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Best Smash Burger Bowl

A comforting bowl that combines juicy beef patties with vibrant veggies, making it perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Patties
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt for seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp pepper for seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Toppings and Vegetables
  • 1 cup lettuce, chopped for base layer
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup pickles, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) for topping
  • 2 tbsp burger sauce or mayonnaise for drizzling

Method
 

Cooking the Beef
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  2. Form the ground beef into patties and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until cooked to your liking.
Assembling the Bowl
  1. In a bowl, layer the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and red onion.
  2. Place the cooked burger patties on top of the vegetables.
  3. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the patties.
  4. Drizzle with burger sauce or mayonnaise.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy your bowl!

Notes

This burger bowl keeps nicely in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Store components separately to keep everything fresh. For added flavor, consider mixing up the sauce or adding avocado!