Ingredients

1½ lbs ground beef

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

½ tsp onion powder

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

⅔ cup mayonnaise

¼ cup ketchup

2 tbsp mustard

3 tbsp pickle juice

½ tsp paprika

¼ tsp onion powder

¼ tsp garlic powder

8 cups chopped romaine lettuce

1 pint grape tomatoes, halved

½ red onion, thinly sliced

½ cup dill pickle chips

3 cups frozen French fries or sweet potato fries, cooked until crispy

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 2: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until fully cooked through and browned, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 3: In a separate dish, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder until smooth. Set the sauce aside.

Step 4: To assemble, layer equal portions of chopped romaine lettuce at the bottom of each bowl. Top with cooked ground beef, grape tomatoes, red onion slices, dill pickle chips, crispy fries, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 5: Drizzle the prepared burger sauce generously over the top of each bowl before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding cooked bacon bits or avocado slices to your burger bowl.

Swap cheddar for pepper jack cheese for a bit of a spicy kick.

For a healthier option, bake sweet potato fries instead of frying.

If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with seasoned cooked lentils or plant-based crumbles.

Storage

Store leftover burger bowl components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep fries separate to maintain crispness. When ready to eat, reheat the cooked beef and fries in a skillet or oven until warmed through and crispy. Assemble the bowl fresh with cool lettuce and other toppings.

FAQs

Can I make the burger sauce ahead of time?

Yes, the burger sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Just give it a good stir before using.

What’s the best way to keep the fries crispy in the burger bowl?

To keep fries crispy, cook them fresh or reheat in the oven or air fryer just before serving and add them to the bowl at the last minute to avoid sogginess.