Easy Burger Bowls
A complete deconstructed burger experience featuring seasoned ground beef, air-fried potato wedges, fresh vegetable toppings, and a tangy homemade sauce served over a crisp bed of lettuce.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 510kcal
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Large skillet or cast iron pan
- Small mixing bowl
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Base & Potatoes
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 large russet potatoes sliced into wedges
- 4 cups shredded Romaine lettuce
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Special Sauce
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp dill pickle brine
Toppings
- 0.5 cup diced dill pickles
- 0.5 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup finely diced red onion
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked beef bacon crumbled
Instructions
- Wash and cut the potatoes into wedges or fries, then pat them thoroughly dry to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and a touch of smoked paprika, then air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large skillet or cast iron pan, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Season the beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
- Prepare the 'special sauce' by whisking together the mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, and pickle brine in a small bowl until smooth.
- Prepare the bowl base by shredding the lettuce and dicing the tomatoes, onions, and pickles.
- Assemble the bowls by layering a bed of lettuce followed by the seasoned ground beef and air-fried potatoes.
- Top with cheddar cheese, diced pickles, tomatoes, onions, and crumbled beef bacon.
- Drizzle the entire bowl with the prepared special sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 510 kcal | Protein: 32 g | Carbohydrates: 24 g | Total Fat: 28 g | Dietary Fiber: 4 g
Tip: If preparing this meal in advance, store the cooked components (beef and potatoes) completely separate from the fresh vegetables and sauce to maintain a crisp texture.