Bunless Bacon Cheeseburger Bowl

Name: Bunless Bacon Cheeseburger Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb 80/20 ground beef; 6 bacon strips; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup dill pickle slices; 1/2 onion yellow onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tsp yellow mustard; 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup (or regular); 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

All the flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger served over crisp lettuce instead of a bun, keeping it low-carb and satisfying. Topped with cheddar, pickles, and a tangy burger sauce.

30 minEasyServes 4480 cal/serving

AmericanLunchStovetopKetoHigh ProteinLow CarbGluten-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1 lb 80/20 ground beef
6 bacon strips
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup dill pickle slices
1/2 onion yellow onion, finely diced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tsp yellow mustard
2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup (or regular)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Cook 6 bacon strips in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate, then crumble when cool. Reserve 1 tablespoon of drippings in the skillet.
2

In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tsp yellow mustard, and 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup (or regular) to make the burger sauce. Set aside.
3

Increase the skillet heat to medium-high. Add 1/2 onion finely diced yellow onion and cook in the reserved drippings for 2 minutes until softened.
4

Add 1 lb 80/20 ground beef to the skillet. Season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Break the meat apart and cook until browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), about 6-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
5

Divide 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce among four bowls. Top with the hot beef, crumbled bacon strips, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 cup dill pickle slices.
6

Drizzle the burger sauce over each bowl and serve immediately.

Questions

Can I make Bunless Bacon Cheeseburger Bowl dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (1 cup shredded cheddar cheese) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free lunch collection instead.

How long does Bunless Bacon Cheeseburger Bowl keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Bunless Bacon Cheeseburger Bowl?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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