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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowl


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low-Carb, Keto

Description

A hearty and flavorful bowl layered with seasoned lean meat, fresh veggies, and a tangy sauce, perfect for low-carb meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 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
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
  2. While the meat cooks, chop your lettuce or prepare the quinoa, rice, or cauliflower rice if using.
  3. Slice the cherry tomatoes, dill pickles, red onion, and other optional toppings you desire.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until you reach a smooth consistency.
  5. In individual bowls, layer your base of choice, followed by a generous portion of the cooked meat, toppings, and shredded cheese. Drizzle with your delectable sauce.
  6. For an extra burst of flavor and protein, top each bowl with a fried egg, crispy bacon, or slices of avocado.

Notes

These bowls are perfect for customization. Feel free to swap ingredients to meet dietary preferences and experiment with different toppings.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: cheeseburger, low-carb, meal prep, protein, healthy, quick recipe