Cheeseburger Salad

Cheeseburger Salad

4 servings
This Cheeseburger Salad has everything I love about a cheeseburger, sans the bun. Chopped romaine, tomatoes, avocado, pickles, shredded cheese topped with grilled burgers, red onions and drizzled with a seriously delicious dressing.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 93% lean ground beef
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
    to taste
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 4 dill pickle spears

    chopped

  • 1/2 small red onion

    sliced into rings

  • 4 ounce avocado)

    cubed (from 1 small haas

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

    halved

  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dill pickle juice
  • 4 teaspoons ketchup

    sugar free for Keto

  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine beef, salt and pepper. With wet hand, gently form into 4 equal patties. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In another large bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook hamburger patties on a grill to medium doneness, around 4-5 minutes per side. After flipping the patties, add the onion rings to the grill. Cook onion for the remaining 4-5 minutes, flipping halfway through. Allow patties to rest for 5-10 minutes then cut each patty into 16 bite-size pieces.

  4. 4

    Add the lettuce, pickles, onion, avocado and tomato to the bowl. Divide the salad among 4 plates, top each with grilled onions, cheese, and 1 chopped patty. Drizzle with ¼ of the dressing.

Cheeseburger Salad

Cheeseburger Salad

20 min4 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving the satisfying taste of a classic cheeseburger but looking for a lighter, bun-free option? This Cheeseburger Salad delivers all those beloved flavors in a fresh, vibrant bowl. It's an incredibly quick and easy meal, perfect for a busy weeknight or a delicious lunch.

What makes this recipe truly shine is its clever balance of textures and tastes. You get the savory goodness of perfectly grilled ground beef, combined with crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado. The seriously delicious dressing, made with light mayonnaise, mustard, and a hint of pickle juice, ties all these components together, mimicking that irresistible burger experience you crave.

Prepare for a hearty yet refreshing meal that doesn't skimp on flavor. Each forkful offers a delightful interplay of cool, crisp vegetables and warm, savory beef. The tang of dill pickles and the sharpness of red onion cut through the richness, while the shredded cheddar adds that familiar cheesy comfort. This salad is surprisingly filling and incredibly satisfying, proving you don't need a bun to enjoy a great cheeseburger.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to personalize your Cheeseburger Salad! While we love 93% lean ground beef for its lighter profile, you could certainly use another lean ground meat. For a different cheesy experience, swap the reduced-fat cheddar with your favorite shredded cheese. If you're watching your sugar intake, remember the recipe calls for sugar-free ketchup in the dressing, making it a great option for those following a keto lifestyle. You could also experiment with different types of pickles, like bread and butter, for a sweeter tang.

This simple yet flavorful salad is ideal for a quick and wholesome lunch or a relaxed weeknight dinner. Serve it as a stand-alone meal, knowing you're enjoying all the best parts of a cheeseburger, beautifully deconstructed.

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