Loaded Ground Beef Burger Bowl with Roasted Potatoes
Savor all the bold flavor of a classic burger in a hearty, high-protein dinner bowl. Seasoned ground beef and crispy roasted potatoes are layered with fresh avocado, tangy pickles, and a creamy dairy-free special sauce.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Marie + Lila
Marie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Protein consistency
Make a nourishing habit easier
This is another practical opportunity to include protein and varied whole foods—small habits that are easier to repeat than a perfect diet.
Notice: protein across the day
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Roast extra potatoes ahead of time to make weeknight assembly even faster.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Dice 1 medium yellow potato into 1/2-inch…
Dice 1 medium yellow potato into 1/2-inch (1.2cm) cubes, toss with 1/2 tsp olive oil and a pinch of salt, and spread evenly on the baking sheet.
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Roast the potatoes in the oven for…
Roast the potatoes in the oven for 22 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden and fork-tender.
Look for: edges are golden and fork-tender
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with…
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with 1/2 tsp olive oil. Add 1 minced garlic clove and 170g 85% lean ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
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Sprinkle the beef with 0
Sprinkle the beef with 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, browning for 6 to 8 minutes until cooked through and crisp at the edges.
Look for: cooked through and crisp at the edges
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Whisk 1 tbsp tahini
While the beef cooks, whisk 1 tbsp tahini, 1 tsp yellow mustard, 1 tsp tomato paste, and 1 tbsp water in a small bowl until smooth to make the dairy-free special sauce.
Look for: smooth to make the dairy-free special sauce
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Assemble your bowl by placing 1
Assemble your bowl by placing 1.5 cups shredded romaine lettuce at the base, then top with the warm roasted potatoes, seasoned ground beef, 0.5 sliced avocado, and 2 tbsp chopped dill pickles.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Drizzle the creamy tahini special sauce over…
Drizzle the creamy tahini special sauce over the top and serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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