Description
These high-protein cheeseburger bowls are a low-carb twist on a classic favorite, packed with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, cheese, and a tangy burger-style sauce—perfect for meal prep or quick dinners.
Ingredients
- Protein:
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Base Options:
- 4 cups chopped lettuce
- OR 2 cups cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
- Toppings:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
- Optional Add-Ons:
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 strips cooked bacon
- Jalapeño slices
- 4 fried eggs
- Sauce:
- 1/2 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until browned and fully cooked, about 8–10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
2. Prepare the base by chopping lettuce or cooking grains or cauliflower rice if using.
3. Slice the tomatoes, pickles, red onion, and any additional toppings.
4. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. Assemble each bowl by layering the base, cooked meat, toppings, and shredded cheese.
6. Drizzle the prepared sauce over each bowl.
7. Optionally top with fried eggs, bacon, or avocado before serving.
Notes
Customize freely by swapping beef for turkey or chicken, or using quinoa for added fiber.
For a vegan version, use lentil-walnut meat, dairy-free cheese, and plant-based sauce.
Add a southwest twist with black beans, corn, and chipotle mayo.
Create a breakfast version by adding hash browns and a fried egg.
Store components separately for up to 4 days; reheat meat gently and add sauce fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg