Description
This Keto Cheeseburger Salad captures all the classic flavors of a cheeseburger—seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, crisp pickles, and a tangy special sauce—without the carb-heavy bun. It’s a hearty and satisfying low-carb meal perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, delivering comfort food vibes in a healthy keto-friendly salad.
Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 6 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced dill pickles
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
For the Special Sauce Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp pickle juice
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Drain excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the Special Sauce Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar-free ketchup, yellow mustard, pickle juice, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: Divide the chopped lettuce into serving bowls. Top each with the cooked ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, diced pickles, sliced red onion, and crumbled bacon if using.
- Dress and Toss: Drizzle the special sauce dressing over the salads just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use sugar-free ketchup to keep the salad keto-friendly by minimizing carbs.
- Bacon is optional but adds a nice smoky flavor and extra protein.
- Feel free to substitute romaine or iceberg lettuce for your preferred greens.
- The special sauce can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the dressing.
