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Delicious smash burger bowl topped with fresh ingredients and condiments.

Smash Burger Bowl

A fun and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of a classic burger in a healthier format with crispy potatoes, savory ground beef, and tasty toppings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 lb lean ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 3 medium red potatoes, diced Diced into small pieces for even cooking.
Toppings
  • 1 cup onions, caramelized
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Colby Jack or pepper jack) Choose your favorite cheese.
Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon mustard (Dijon recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Add more or less to taste.
Optional Add-Ons
  • ½ cup pickles For added crunch.
  • 1 cup lettuce or mixed greens Choose your preferred greens.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice the potatoes and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Air fry the potatoes at 400°F for 16–18 minutes until crispy.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and caramelize the onions over medium heat for 10–15 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Increase the skillet heat to medium-high and add the ground beef.
  3. Smash the beef with a spatula, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and crispy.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and Cajun seasoning until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the bowls with a base of crispy potatoes, topped with beef, caramelized onions, and cheese.
  2. Drizzle prepared sauce over the top and add pickles and lettuce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve warm right after assembling. Extra sauce can be offered on the side. Leftovers can be stored separately in airtight containers for 3–4 days. Reheat before serving.

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