Smash Burger Bowl (Printable)
Crispy smashed beef over fresh greens with pickles, tomatoes, avocado, and creamy sauce
# What You’ll Need:
→ Beef Patties
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
02 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Vegetables & Greens
04 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, iceberg, spinach)
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup dill pickles, sliced
08 - 1 avocado, sliced
→ Toppings
09 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/4 cup crispy fried onions (optional)
→ Smash Sauce
11 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
12 - 2 tbsp ketchup
13 - 1 tbsp yellow mustard
14 - 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
15 - 1 tsp white vinegar
16 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
17 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, smoked paprika, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
02 - Place a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and allow it to become thoroughly hot.
03 - Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions and roll into balls. Season evenly with kosher salt and black pepper.
04 - Place beef balls on the hot skillet. Press each ball firmly with a spatula to create thin, smashed patties. Cook without disturbing for 2-3 minutes until deeply browned and crispy. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes longer. Remove from heat.
05 - Distribute mixed salad greens evenly among four serving bowls. Arrange cherry tomatoes, red onion, pickles, avocado, and shredded cheese on top of the greens.
06 - Place the cooked smashed burger patties over each assembled bowl, distributing them evenly among servings.
07 - Drizzle the prepared smash sauce generously over each bowl. Sprinkle with crispy fried onions if desired. Serve immediately while patties are still warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- All the satisfaction of a diner smash burger without the post meal heavy feeling
- That magical crispy beef crust stays intact instead of getting soggy between buns
- Customizable toppings mean everyone builds their perfect bowl
02 -
- Resist the urge to move the patties while theyre searing or you will not get that restaurant quality crust
- A heavy spatula makes all the difference when smashing thin patties
- Room temperature beef smashes more evenly than cold from the fridge
03 -
- Work in batches if your skillet is not large enough to hold all patties without crowding
- Let the skillet return to full heat between batches for consistent results