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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowl

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A delicious cheeseburger bowl combines seasoned meat, fresh vegetables, and creamy sauce for a satisfying low-carb meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
  • Salt
  • 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
  • 4 fried eggs
  • ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or turkey. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the meat is browned.
  2. While the meat cooks, chop the lettuce or prepare your choice of grains or cauliflower rice.
  3. Slice the cherry tomatoes, dill pickles, red onion, and any additional toppings you wish to add.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Layer your base in a bowl, top with the seasoned meat, and add sliced tomatoes, pickles, onions, cheese, and any other toppings. Drizzle with sauce.
  6. Optionally, top with a fried egg, crispy bacon, or sliced avocado before serving.

Notes

Ideal for meal prep; store components separately for freshness. Customize with seasonal vegetables or different sauces as preferred.

  • Author: alison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low-Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg