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Crispy Rice Cheeseburger Salad Recipe

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A flavorful and satisfying Crispy Rice Cheeseburger Salad that combines crispy baked rice, seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dill pickle ranch dressing for a fun twist on the classic cheeseburger in salad form.

Ingredients

Crispy Rice

  • 2 cups (372 g) cooked white rice, cooled
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Ground Beef Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper

Salad

  • 2 heads romaine lettuce, about 8 cups, chopped
  • 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (149 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 6-8 baby dill pickles, sliced
  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 recipe (1 ½ cups) dill pickle ranch dressing

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the crispy rice.
  2. Prepare the crispy rice: In a large bowl, toss the cooled cooked white rice with melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and kosher salt until the rice is evenly coated.
  3. Bake the rice: Spread the seasoned rice evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-35 minutes, tossing the rice halfway through cooking to ensure even crispiness and a golden brown color. Keep a close eye towards the end to prevent burning.
  4. Cool and break the rice: Once crispy, remove the rice from the oven and break it into small bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  5. Cook the ground beef: Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef along with garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook while stirring occasionally for 8 to 10 minutes until the beef is fully browned with no pink remaining. Drain any excess grease and let it cool slightly.
  6. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, create a bed of chopped romaine lettuce. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced baby dill pickles, thinly sliced red onion, cooked ground beef, and the crispy rice pieces.
  7. Add the dressing: Pour the dill pickle ranch dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to combine all flavors.
  8. Serve immediately: Serve the Crispy Rice Cheeseburger Salad right away to enjoy the warm beef contrasted with the crunchy rice and fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • For best results, use rice that is cooked and fully cooled to prevent clumping when baking.
  • Watch the rice closely during baking to avoid burning as oven temperatures vary.
  • Feel free to substitute mild cheddar cheese with your preferred cheese type.
  • You can make your own dill pickle ranch dressing or use store-bought for convenience.
  • This salad works well as a hearty lunch or light dinner option.

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