These Whole30 Burger Bowls are everything you love about a burger in one easy bowl! They are packed full with so many flavors and textures. This Whole30 ground beef recipe is super easy and totally customizable. They are great for a healthy lunch, dinner, or for entertaining.

Whole30 Burger Bowls in a white bowl with a silver fork.

Why Make Burger Bowls?

Burger bowls are far superior than a traditional burger. Here is why:

  • Burger bowls are easier to eat!
  • With everything in one bowl, there’s a little bit of each flavor in every bite.
  • The options for “toppings” are limitless.
  • Burger bowls are significantly healthier than eating a burger on white bread.
  • Just like eating a grilled burger, but in a bowl!
Whole30 Burger Bowls topped with Whole30 Spicy mayo sauce.

How to Make

Step 1

First, cook bacon on stovetop until crispy.  Remove to a paper towel.  Leave 1 tablespoon bacon fat in pan. 

Step 2

Next, add white onion, ground beef, salt, pepper and minced garlic to the skillet.  Cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until browned through completely.

Step 3

Then, assemble bowls. Add lettuce to 4 bowls and then add ground beef, bacon and desired toppings.

Step 4

Finally, top Whole30 Burger bowls with Whole30 Spicy Mayo and serve!

How to Make Whole30 Spicy Mayo

To make Whole30 Spicy Mayo, combine Whole30 mayonnaise and Whole30 buffalo sauce. Alternatively, use hot sauce in place of buffalo sauce. For a more spicy flavor, add more buffalo sauce. For a more mild flavor, use more mayonnaise.

Whole30 burger bowls topped with Whole30 spicy mayo.

How to Store Leftovers

For leftover burger bowls, store all the toppings separately to prevent sogginess. Store ground beef in an airtight container, store bacon in a separate container, and so on.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use ground turkey?

Yes, ground turkey would work well!

Which lettuce should I use?

The type of lettuce is up to you. I love butter lettuce, so that’s what I used here. Mixed greens would be great too!

Can I use spinach?

Yes, spinach would work as a base.

Are burgers Whole30?

Burgers themselves are Whole30 approved. The burger bun and most of the traditional sauces are not Whole30 compliant.

Whole30 Ground Beef Recipes

There are so many different Whole30 ground beef recipes! Here are some of my comfort food favorites:

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Whole30 Burger Bowls in a white bowl with a silver fork.
At a Glance:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Get the Recipe: Whole30 Burger Bowls

These Whole30 Burger Bowls have so many great flavors and textures! These bowls have all the traditional flavors of a burger but they are deconstructed. This is a great Whole30 ground beef recipe for lunch or dinner. They are totally customizable and great for entertaining too!
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Ingredients

4 servings

Burger Bowls

  • 4 pieces bacon
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped white onion
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • pinch sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 head lettuce, I used butter lettuce
  • 1/4 red onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup baby tomatoes
  • pickles

Whole30 Spicy Mayo

Instructions 

  • First, make the bacon. Add bacon to a skillet over low medium heat and cook until crispy.
  • Remove bacon to paper towel and discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in skillet.
  • Then, add chopped white onion, ground beef, sea salt, pepper and garlic to the pan. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until meat is browned and crumbly.
  • Next, assemble bowls. Add lettuce to 4 bowls. Top with ground beef mixture, bacon, and desired toppings.
  • To make the spicy mayonnaise, simply combine mayonnaise and buffalo sauce.
  • Finally, top burger bowls with Whole30 Spicy Mayo.

Notes

  • Ground turkey can be used in place of ground beef.
  • The topping possibilities are limitless!
  • Nutrition facts include sauce.
Calories: 523kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 22g, Fat: 45g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 93mg, Sodium: 501mg, Potassium: 595mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 853IU, Vitamin C: 9mg, Calcium: 59mg, Iron: 3mg
Author: Addison LaBonte
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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