Healthy Burger Bowls
Craving a juicy cheeseburger without the calories? These Healthy Burger Bowls have all the same savory flavors, but with lean patties, crispy smashed potatoes, pickles, and fresh vegetables.
Servings: 4 People
Calories: 628kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Ground Meat I use ground turkey
- 1 Cup Feta
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 2 Cups Rice cooked
- 1 Cup Tomatoes chopped
- 1 Cup Cucumbers chopped
- ½ Red Onion chopped
- ½ Cup Pickles chopped
- 1 Avocado
- 8 Small Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 4 Cups Greens Mix
- Primal Kitchen Ranch Dressing Or Dressing of Choice
- Feta Cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Wash 8 small potatoes thoroughly and pierce each with a fork. Microwave for 5 minutes until tender. Place microwaved potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to gently smash each potato flat. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, crumbled feta cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper with your hands until just combined. Form into 4 equal-sized patties, about ¾-inch thick. Heat a large skillet over medium heat with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side without moving them (this creates a golden crust). Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the potatoes roast and the patties cook, dice the tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, dill pickles, and avocado. Keep the toppings separate until assembly for maximum freshness. Cook the rice with 4 cups of water in a pot or rice cooker. Bring to a boil, reduce to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let steam 5 minutes before fluffing.
- Now, assemble the bowls. Start with a base of 2 cups fresh greens and ½ cup cooked rice per bowl. Add crispy smashed potatoes and one turkey patty. Top with chopped vegetables, avocado slices, and extra feta cheese. Drizzle with your favorite dressing and serve immediately.
Notes
- Don't Overmix the Turkey: Overworking ground turkey creates dense, dry patties. Mix until just combined for tender results.
- Microwave Potatoes First: Don't skip this step! It cuts the oven cook time in half and allows the potatoes to cook through before they crisp up.
- Don't Overcook the Meat: Turkey patties should reach exactly 165°F. Overcooking makes them dry, even with feta cheese mixed in.
Nutrition
Calories: 628kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 602mg | Potassium: 1520mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 981IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 4mg
