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Burger Bowl Recipe

Loaded up with seasonal veggies and greens, a burger bowl can be made with veggie burgers or grass-fed beef, lamb, chicken, or turkey! Perfect for low-carb or keto diets. Paleo, Gluten-free, and vegan adaptable!

4.7 from 160 votes
30 mins
Total Time
2
bowls
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Burger Bowl

How to Make the Best Burger Bowl

The burger bowl is the perfect solution when you’re craving all the satisfying flavors of a juicy burger but want something a little lighter and more nutritious. By swapping out the bun for a bed of fresh greens and seasonal vegetables, you get all the taste with none of the carb-heavy guilt—making it an ideal choice for low-carb, keto, or paleo diets.

What makes this dish truly special is its versatility. You can use any protein you prefer—from classic grass-fed beef to lamb, chicken, turkey, or even a plant-based patty for a vegan option. The grilled vegetables add a wonderful smoky char that complements the burger perfectly, while the fresh veggies and greens provide crunch and brightness to balance out the richness.

Don’t be afraid to get creative with your toppings and dressings. Whether you go for a creamy caesar, tangy balsamic vinaigrette, or a simple drizzle of lemon and olive oil, the right dressing ties everything together. Add some fermented goodies like kimchi or sauerkraut for a probiotic boost, and you’ve got yourself a restaurant-worthy meal that comes together in just 30 minutes.

Burger Bowl

Burger Bowl

Loaded up with seasonal veggies and greens, a burger bowl can be made with veggie burgers or grass-fed beef, lamb, chicken, or turkey! Perfect for low-carb or keto diets. Paleo, Gluten-free, and vegan adaptable!

4.7 from 160 votes
CourseBowl
CuisineAmerican
Keywordburger bowl, burger bowls, burger in a bowl, burger on a salad, burger salad bowl, burger bowl recipe
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings2 bowls
Calories338kcal
AuthorRare Ivy
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Ingredients

Protein

Grillable Veggies

Fresh Greens

Fresh Veggies

Optional Additions

Dressing

Instructions

Prep and Grill

  1. Preheat grill to medium high. You can also pan-sear if you don't have a grill.
  2. Prep burgers and veggies.
  3. Grill burgers and any grillable veggies, turning heat down after marking.

Assemble

  1. Assemble bowls with greens, fresh veggies, grilled veggies, and burgers.
  2. Spoon dressing over top and add any optional additions that you like.
  3. Enjoy!

Notes

  • This recipe is highly customizable—use whatever seasonal veggies you have on hand.
  • For a low-carb or keto version, skip any starchy vegetables and load up on leafy greens.
  • The burger bowl is vegan adaptable when using plant-based burger patties and vegan dressing.
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