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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Meal Prep, High Protein, Low Carb

Description

These high-protein cheeseburger bowls transform the classic cheeseburger into a nutritious, low-carb meal that’s perfect for meal prep and tailored to fit your health goals.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 4 cups chopped lettuce (or 2 cups cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup sliced dill pickles
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 4 strips cooked bacon
  • Jalapeño slices (optional)
  • 4 fried eggs (optional)
  • ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 8-10 minutes until cooked through and drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Chop your lettuce or cook your grains according to package instructions.
  3. Slice the cherry tomatoes, pickles, and red onion. Gather any additional toppings like jalapeños or fried eggs.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  5. Assemble bowls: Start with your base, layer the cooked meat on top, followed by toppings and sprinkle cheese as desired. Drizzle the sauce over everything.
  6. Optional: For extra protein and flavor, top each bowl with a fried egg, strips of bacon, or slices of avocado.

Notes

These bowls are versatile and can be customized with different bases and toppings. Store components separately for meal prep.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: cheeseburger bowls, high protein, meal prep, low carb, healthy dinner