Description

This Burger Bowl with Rice is a flavorful, bun-free twist on a classic cheeseburger. Packed with juicy ground beef, fluffy rice, crisp vegetables, melted cheese, and drizzled with creamy burger sauce—it’s easy to prep, fully customizable, and perfect for a healthy family dinner or meal prep!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Base:

1 cup cooked jasmine, brown, or cauliflower rice

For the Protein:

½ lb ground beef (or turkey or plant-based meat)

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

¼ tsp smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)

For the Toppings:

½ cup shredded lettuce

½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

¼ cup red onion, sliced

¼ cup chopped dill pickles

¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ avocado, diced

1 egg (optional)

1 tbsp crispy fried onions (optional)

For the Burger Sauce:

2 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tbsp ketchup

1 tsp yellow mustard

½ tsp pickle juice

Dash of garlic powder

Optional: hot sauce to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Rice
Cook rice according to package directions. Fluff and keep warm.
Cook the Protein
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add Worcestershire if using. Cook until fully browned, then remove from heat.
Mix the Sauce
Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Prep Toppings
Chop lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles. Dice avocado and prep any optional toppings like fried onions or eggs.
Assemble the Bowl
In each bowl, layer ½ cup of rice, followed by the cooked meat. Add cheese so it melts slightly. Top with veggies, avocado, and egg if desired.

Drizzle and Serve
Drizzle burger sauce on top and finish with crispy onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

For low-carb: swap rice for cauliflower rice.
For vegan: use meatless ground and dairy-free cheese/sauce.
This recipe doubles easily for meal prep!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Bowl Meals, Easy Dinners
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 610 kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Burger bowl with rice, deconstructed burger, rice bowl dinner, easy burger recipe, healthy comfort food