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Smash Burger Bowl

Smash Burger Bowl: Your High-Protein Comfort in a Bowl

Enjoy a high-protein Smash Burger Bowl that's customizable, quick to prepare, and delivers the classic burger experience without the bun.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Lean for a healthier twist
  • 4 medium Red Potatoes Or substitute with cauliflower rice for lower-carb
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Colby Jack) Swap for pepper jack for a spicy kick
  • 2 cups Chopped Lettuce or Mixed Greens Choose your favorite greens for variety
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Adds sweetness and depth of flavor when caramelized
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking and crisping the potatoes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Special Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Base for the special sauce
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Adds sweetness and tang
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon or Yellow Mustard Offers tanginess
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning Optional for added flavor

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Toss diced red potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer and air fry for 16-18 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of olive oil. Sauté diced onions for 10-15 minutes until soft and golden.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart and pressing down, until evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and Cajun seasoning until smooth. Set aside.
  5. Assemble the bowls with crispy potatoes at the base, topped with ground beef, caramelized onions, shredded cheese, special sauce, and fresh lettuce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For optimal texture, assemble just before serving. Store components separately for freshness.

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