Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and season immediately with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Break into small crumbles with a wooden spoon.
- Cook beef for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon for flavor.
- While meat cooks, prepare the sauce by whisking together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, remaining garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Chop lettuce into bite-sized pieces and divide among four serving bowls, about 1 cup per bowl.
- Prepare toppings: halve cherry tomatoes, slice pickles and red onion paper-thin, and measure out cheese.
- Let cooked beef rest for 2-3 minutes off heat to retain juiciness and prevent wilting the lettuce.
- Assemble bowls: start with lettuce base, add about 4 ounces of seasoned beef, then layer tomatoes, pickles, onion, and cheese.
- Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of sauce over each bowl. Serve with extra sauce on the side.
- Optional: Top with fried egg, crispy bacon, or sliced avocado for additional protein and flavor.
Notes
For meal prep: Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat beef gently before assembling. Sauce stays fresh for 5 days refrigerated. Can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option. Add cooked quinoa or cauliflower rice for different base options.
