This Keto 36 g Protein Mushroom Swiss Burger Bowl has a juicy texture and savory flavor. We prepare this burger bowl with seasoned ground beef, sautéed cremini mushrooms, Swiss cheese, romaine lettuce, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, dill pickles, and a creamy keto burger sauce made with mayonnaise, sugar-free ketchup, Dijon mustard, and seasonings. This burger bowl contains approximately 520 calories and 6 g of net carbs. This burger bowl takes only 25 minutes to prepare. This Keto 36g Protein Mushroom Swiss Burger Bowl is perfect for lunch, dinner, family meals, weekly meal prep, casual gatherings, and busy weeknights. You can prepare the beef mixture earlier and refrigerate it for 4 days or freeze it for 3 months. You can serve this burger bowl with Garlic Butter Cauliflower Mash, Roasted Broccoli, Creamy Cucumber Salad, Caesar Salad, or Cheesy Cauliflower Bake.
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STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Easy
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 burger bowl
- Total Time: 25 minutes
TOOLS:
- Skillet
- Bowl
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving bowls
INGREDIENTS:
BURGER:
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
BOWL:
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup dill pickle slices
- ½ red onion
KETO BURGER SAUCE:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon pickle juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
INGREDIENT NOTES & THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
GROUND BEEF:
- We utilize ground beef because it provides a juicy texture and rich, savory flavor. As an alternative, you can use ground turkey, ground chicken thighs, or ground bison.
SWISS CHEESE:
- We use Swiss cheese because it melts beautifully and gives a mild, nutty flavor. As a substitute, you can use provolone, mozzarella, cheddar, or Havarti.
CREMINI MUSHROOMS:
- Cremini mushrooms provide a meaty texture and earthy flavor. Instead, you can use white button mushrooms, portobello mushrooms, or shiitake mushrooms.
BUTTER:
- We utilize butter because it adds richness and enhances the flavor of the mushrooms. As a replacement, you can use ghee or avocado oil.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil helps cook the ingredients evenly while adding healthy fats. Alternatively, you can use avocado oil.
MAYONNAISE:
- We use mayonnaise to create a creamy, flavorful burger sauce. As a substitute, you can use avocado oil mayonnaise.
SUGAR-FREE KETCHUP:
- Sugar-free ketchup adds classic burger flavor without extra carbs. Instead, you can use tomato paste mixed with a keto sweetener.
DIJON MUSTARD:
- Dijon mustard provides a tangy, slightly spicy flavor to the sauce. As an alternative, you can use yellow mustard or spicy brown mustard.
ROMAINE LETTUCE:
- We utilize romaine lettuce because it adds a crisp texture and fresh flavor. As a substitute, you can use iceberg lettuce, butter lettuce, spinach, or mixed greens.
CHERRY TOMATOES:
- Cherry tomatoes provide freshness and a touch of natural sweetness. Instead, you can use diced bell peppers.
DILL PICKLES:
- We use dill pickles because they add a tangy, crunchy bite. As an alternative, you can use sugar-free dill pickles or homemade fermented pickles.
WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE:
- Worcestershire sauce adds deep, savory umami flavor to the beef. As a replacement, you can use coconut aminos with a splash of apple cider vinegar.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the smoked paprika, mayonnaise, garlic powder, sugar-free ketchup, pickle juice, and Dijon mustard in a dish to prepare the burger sauce.
- Chill till ready to utilize, and preheat the butter and olive oil in a pan.
- Include the sliced mushrooms and cook till brown, for almost eighteen minutes.
- Bring them out off the plan and include ground beef in a pan and cook till brown.
- Whisk in the black pepper, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Put the mushrooms in a pan and whisk perfectly.
- Put the Swiss cheese slices on the beef mixture.
- Wrap the pan and melt the cheese for almost two minutes.
- Distribute the lettuce in 4 bowls and include the pickle slices, cucumber, onions, and tomatoes.
- Distribute the cheesy mushroom beef on the veggies.
- We drizzle the keto burger sauce and serve quickly.
TIPS:
- Cook the mushrooms properly to provide a perfect flavor.
- Avoid cooking the beef too much to maintain its juicy texture.
- Include crispy bacon or sliced avocado for additional nutritious fats.
- We utilize freshly grated Swiss cheese for perfect melting.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SIDE DISHES:
- Garlic Butter Cauliflower Mash
- Roasted Broccoli
- Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
- Buttered Green Beans
- Roasted Asparagus
SALADS:
- Caesar Salad
- Cucumber Avocado Salad
- Spinach Salad
- Greek Salad
- Coleslaw
SOUPS:
- Creamy Mushroom Soup
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup
- Cauliflower Soup
- Chicken Zucchini Soup
- Cheeseburger Soup
SNACKS:
- Parmesan Crisps
- Cheese Cubes
- Bacon Chips
- Deviled Eggs
- Stuffed Mini Peppers
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the veggies and cooked beef mixture in a closed dish and stock for longer than 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Store only the mushroom mixture and cooked beef for more than ninety days.
FAQs:
May we prepare this bowl earlier?
- Yes, you can make the sauce and beef earlier, assemble, and then serve.
Will we prepare this bowl dairy-free?
- Yes, you can skip the cheese or vegan cheese.
Could we include avocado?
- Sure, you can use avocado, as it delivers nutritious fats.
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NUTRITION FACTS:
Calories: 520 Kcal
Protein: 36 g
Fat: 36 g
Total Carbs: 8 g
Fiber: 2 g
Net Carbs: 6 g
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 860 mg
Portion Size: 1 burger bowl