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    Home » Food and Drink » Entrees » Loaded Burger Bowls

    Loaded Burger Bowls

    February 9, 2021 by Jenna Urben 18 Comments

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    These healthy loaded burger bowls are piled high with lettuce, ground beef, red onion, pickles, tomatoes, peppers, and a dairy-free special sauce. Serves 4.

    You know when you try a new recipe and it becomes an instant family favorite? This healthy burger bowl recipe is one for the books!

    It's easy to make, perfect for meal prep, and downright delicious.

    Burger in A Bowl Toppings

    I chose to keep it simple with traditional burger toppings along with a couple fun additions!

    • Ground beef: I prefer seasoned ground beef, but feel free to use ground turkey, or even a burger patty.
    • Shredded lettuce: I absolutely love finely chopped romaine lettuce in these burger bowls!
    • Chopped vegetables galore: Tomatoes, peppers, red onion, pickles

    What else can I put on my burger bowl? Try these extra add-ons:

    • Avocado or guacamole
    • Dairy-free cheese
    • Sliced mushroom
    • Shredded carrots
    • Sliced green onions
    • My 3-ingredient dairy-free and egg-free special sauce
    • Mustard drizzle

    Weight Watchers Burger Bowl

    Sooo I have some news... I started Weight Watchers!

    As I'm writing this, I'm still in week 1 but I couldn't wait to share this quick, easy, and filling burger bowl.

    It made for a perfect weeknight meal and possibly even better leftover lunch! This "big mac salad" truly has all the best flavors from a classic hamburger.

    Let's chat about my EPIC burger sauce!

    Since going dairy-free about 10 years ago, I've always substituted non-dairy yogurt in place of sour cream and other creamy condiments. To keep this bowl on track and low in points, I whisked together a super simple dressing.

    It's just equal parts soy-based yogurt and ketchup, with a couple dashes of worcestershire sauce!

    In addition to being a great beginner weight watchers recipe, it's also:

    • Dairy-free
    • Egg-free
    • Gluten-free
    • Low carb
    • Paleo friendly
    • Can be made Whole-30 compliant
    • Also can be made vegan by using plant-based crumbles or other meat alternative

    Want more dairy-free weight recipes? Try these next:

    • Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free Meatballs
    • Vegan Sausage and Vegetable Skillet
    • Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce
    • Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
    • Meatless Taco Zucchini Boats
    • 4-Ingredient Samoas Cookies

    I hope you enjoy this burger bowl recipe! It's nourishing, flavorful, and fun. If you give it a try, please share a photo with me over on Instagram.

    Loaded Burger Bowls

    These healthy loaded burger bowls are piled high with lettuce, ground beef, red onion, pickles, tomatoes, peppers, and a dairy-free special sauce.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course Main Course, Salad
    Servings 4 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 1 tablespoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Toppings

    • 2 heads romaine lettuce chopped
    • 2 large tomatoes chopped
    • 1 medium red onion chopped
    • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
    • More toppings: Sliced pickles, avocado, green onion

    Dairy Free & Egg Free Special Sauce

    • ¼ cup plain dairy-free yogurt
    • ¼ cup ketchup
    • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
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    Instructions
     

    • Warm a small skillet over medium heat and coat with cooking spray. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Season then set aside.
    • Prepare all toppings and special sauce, then set both aside.
    • To assemble 4 servings, create a base of about 1-2 cups of romaine lettuce in 4 bowls. Top each with about 3oz ground beef, 1 tablespoon of sauce, a drizzle of mustard, and desired amount of toppings.
    Did you make this recipe?Please leave a star rating or review in the form below, then snap a picture and tag me @theurbenlife on Instagram!

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    About Jenna Urben

    Jenna Urben is the recipe developer, content creator, and storyteller behind The Urben Life. She has over 10 years experience adapting family favorite meals to fit allergy-friendly diets. Join Jenna as she shares delicious dairy-free recipes that are easy to follow with plenty of tips and alternatives.

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    Comments

    1. Diana

      February 15, 2021 at 7:13 pm

      Good idea to make a low carb burger 🙂

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        March 26, 2021 at 3:02 pm

        Thanks so much, Diana!

        Reply
    2. Lisa

      February 15, 2021 at 9:28 am

      Love this idea - trying to eat healthier over here this year and this looks yummy and healthy.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        February 15, 2021 at 10:31 am

        It's soooo delish with the sauce and mustard too 🙂 Hope you love it!

        Reply
    3. Stephanie

      February 13, 2021 at 12:33 pm

      OMG YUM!!! I love burgers and the idea of a burger bowl is so creative - and looks delicious too. I can't have onion, but that's the case on a "normal" burger too, so I'd leave that out and this would still be beyond tasty! I can't wait to try it out soon!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        February 15, 2021 at 10:32 am

        You can definitely leave the onion off or add other toppings 🙂 I hope you love it!

        Reply
    4. Nayomi

      February 12, 2021 at 11:00 am

      Love a burger! So this sounds amazing for me. I love pickles and the dairy free special sauce sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        February 12, 2021 at 11:28 am

        Let me know what you think 🙂 Enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Kelly

      February 12, 2021 at 8:10 am

      Sometimes I'm weird about eating things like burgers that I'd prefer this over a burger with a bun. This looks delicious! I'll have to try this sometime.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        February 15, 2021 at 10:32 am

        Hope you give it a try 🙂

        Reply
    6. Genesis

      February 11, 2021 at 2:28 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a cool idea! My stomach often has trouble digesting burgers. This is a much better option for the days that I'm craving a burger but want to take better care of my body.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        February 15, 2021 at 10:35 am

        Absolutely 🙂 Enjoy!

        Reply
    7. Linda

      February 10, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      5 stars
      Congrats on starting your WW journey! This is a great meal in a bowl idea! A brilliant way to limit carbs, but still get all your burger flavors.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        February 15, 2021 at 10:35 am

        Thanks so much, Linda 🙂 I'm very excited!

        Reply
    8. Amber

      February 10, 2021 at 10:23 am

      This looks delicious I may have to make one with our ranch raised meat this summer!! Thanks for the idea.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        February 15, 2021 at 10:36 am

        You're welcome 🙂

        Reply
    9. Freya

      February 10, 2021 at 8:52 am

      5 stars
      What a yummy way to still enjoy our favourites without compromising on taste!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        February 15, 2021 at 10:36 am

        Totally, hope you give it a try!

        Reply

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