Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls Recipe – a low-carb meal prep solution that brings all the satisfaction of a cheeseburger without the bun. This wholesome dish features seasoned ground beef or turkey, fresh veggies, and a zesty homemade sauce, making it perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prepping for the week ahead. Each bowl is packed with over 30 grams of protein, catering to those on keto, paleo, or high-protein diets. Customize your bowl with toppings like creamy avocado or crispy bacon for extra flavor and nutrition. Enjoy a hearty, guilt-free meal that’s both delicious and nutritious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
- 4 cups chopped lettuce or 2 cups cooked grains (quinoa/rice)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup sliced dill pickles
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar/American)
- 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
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat for about 8–10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Prepare your base: chop lettuce or cook grains as preferred.
- Slice cherry tomatoes and red onion; prepare additional toppings.
- Whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Assemble bowls by layering the base with meat and toppings; drizzle with sauce.
- Optional: Top each bowl with a fried egg or bacon for added protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg