Description
These Easy Smash Burger Bowls combine the delicious flavors of classic smash burger meat with crispy potatoes or fries and a tangy, creamy smash sauce. Perfect for a high-protein, satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Base
- 1 (20-oz) package frozen French fries OR 16 oz baby potatoes, halved
For the Meat
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Smash Sauce
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayo
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning mix
- A few tablespoons dill pickle juice from the jar
For the Bowls
- 6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup diced dill pickles
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Potato Base: Choose between frozen fries or baby potatoes. For frozen fries, place them in the air fryer basket or on a baking sheet in an even layer, season with salt and pepper, then cook according to package directions until crispy. For baby potatoes, halve and spread them evenly, drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, then roast in the air fryer at 400°F for 15 minutes or in the oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp, shaking or turning halfway through cooking.
- Cook the Meat: While the potatoes cook, heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced yellow onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until softened. Add ground beef or turkey along with onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and black pepper. Break up the meat with a spoon and cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and crumbled.
- Make the Smash Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayo, ketchup, yellow mustard, and Cajun seasoning. Add a few tablespoons of dill pickle juice to thin the sauce to your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust tanginess and thickness by adding up to 1/4 cup pickle juice if desired.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked fries or roasted potatoes into serving bowls. Top each with a portion of the cooked meat mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Add shredded iceberg lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, diced dill pickles, and diced red onion on top. Drizzle with the prepared smash sauce. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious smash burger bowls!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef to reduce fat content.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning in the smash sauce to control spice level.
- Use either air fryer or oven for cooking the potatoes or fries depending on your equipment preference.
- The smash sauce can be prepared in advance and stored refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Optional toppings such as cheese can be omitted to make a lower fat version.
