Smash Burger Bowl: Irresistible 5-Minute Comfort Fix
Smash Burger Bowl: Irresistible 5-Minute Comfort Fix loaded with juicy burger flavors, fresh toppings, and a creamy sauce for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course, Salad Bowl
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Burger Beef
1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
For the Bowl
4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup dill pickle slices, chopped
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Burger Sauce
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon pickle relish
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
Optional Toppings
Crispy bacon pieces
Avocado slices
Jalapeños
Sesame seeds
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and press it down into the pan to create a smash-burger-style crust.
Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Cook for 3–4 minutes, breaking into bite-sized pieces as it browns.
While the beef cooks, whisk together all burger sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
Divide lettuce among serving bowls.
Top with tomatoes, pickles, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Add the hot cooked beef over the vegetables.
Drizzle generously with burger sauce.
Garnish with optional toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for beef.
For extra smash burger flavor, allow the beef to develop a deep brown crust before stirring.
Meal-prep components separately and assemble just before serving.
Add croutons or roasted potatoes for additional texture.
Double the burger sauce and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
