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Burger bowl with rice topped with beef, cheese, and veggies
Emily Hart

Burger Bowl with Rice – Most 2025 Recipe Makeover

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!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 610
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Prepare the RiceCook rice according to package directions. Fluff and keep warm.
  2. Cook the ProteinIn 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.
  3. Mix the SauceCombine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Prep ToppingsChop lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles. Dice avocado and prep any optional toppings like fried onions or eggs.
  5. Assemble the BowlIn 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.
  6. Drizzle and ServeDrizzle burger sauce on top and finish with crispy onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 610kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 30gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 720mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

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!

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