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Big Mac Bowl featuring all the classic Big Mac flavors in a fresh, hearty dish.

Big Mac Bowl

This Big Mac Bowl captures all the classic flavors of a Big Mac without the mess of buns, making it a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl

  • 1 lb ground beef For the main protein
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil For cooking
  • 2 tsp minced garlic To add flavor
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded) For topping
  • 4 pieces Dill pickles (sliced) For crunch
  • 1/2 cup onion (minced) For additional flavor
  • 1 head Iceberg lettuce Base of the bowl
  • 1/2 tsp Sesame seeds Or everything bagel seasoning

For the Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 2 Tbsp low carb pickle relish Or chopped pickle with juice
  • 1 Tbsp ketchup
  • 1/2 tsp yellow mustard
  • 1/4 tsp monk fruit Increase if using chopped pickle for relish
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt Or garlic powder + salt
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 Tbsp olive oil.
  • Add the minced onion and cook until soft and slightly clear, keeping it moving to avoid burning.
  • Add 2 tsp minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Toss in the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Brown until mostly cooked.
  • Sprinkle in 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, and continue to cook.
  • Let the meat get a little crust for flavor, but don't over-stir.
  • Once browned and no longer pink, taste for seasoning and set off heat.
  • Pour off excess grease into a heatproof container.

Making the Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayo, 2 Tbsp of low carb pickle relish, 1 Tbsp ketchup, and 1/2 tsp yellow mustard.
  • Add 1/4 tsp monk fruit to start, then adjust if you used chopped pickles instead of relish.
  • Stir in 1/2 tsp garlic salt and 1/4 tsp onion powder until smooth and creamy.

Assembling the Bowl

  • Wash and dry the head of Iceberg lettuce, then chop or shred into bite-size pieces.
  • Lay a bed of lettuce in each bowl and spoon warm beef over the top.
  • Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese to melt slightly.
  • Add sliced dill pickles per bowl and finish with a drizzle of sauce.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning on top.
  • Serve immediately to keep the lettuce crisp and the cheese melty.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container with lettuce kept separate if possible. Reheat beef in a skillet for optimal texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Big Mac Bowl, Comfort Food, Low-Carb, meal prep, Quick Dinner
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