High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls Recipe
These High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls are a low-carb, nutrient-packed alternative to traditional burgers, featuring lean ground beef or turkey with fresh veggies, cheese, and a creamy homemade sauce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful, and balanced meal loaded with protein and customizable toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Meat
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
- 4 strips cooked bacon
- 4 fried eggs
Base
- 4 cups chopped lettuce OR 2 cups cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
Vegetables & Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup sliced dill pickles
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Jalapeño slices (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
Seasonings for Meat
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
Sauce
- 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
- Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir and cook until thoroughly browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat before proceeding.
- Prepare the base: While the meat cooks, chop the lettuce or prepare your preferred grain or cauliflower rice by cooking it according to package or recipe instructions.
- Prep toppings: Slice the cherry tomatoes, dill pickles, red onion, and avocado. Prepare any optional add-ons such as jalapeño slices for extra spice.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-fat Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble bowls: In serving bowls, layer your choice of base, cooked ground meat, sliced toppings, and shredded cheese. Drizzle the homemade sauce evenly over the assembled ingredients.
- Optional finish: Top each bowl with a fried egg, cooked bacon strips, and avocado slices for added protein and flavor.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey as a lighter alternative to beef for less saturated fat.
- Substitute the base with quinoa or brown rice for a more filling meal.
- The sauce can be adjusted for spiciness by adding hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
- For a dairy-free option, replace cheese and Greek yogurt with appropriate substitutes.
- Cooked grains or cauliflower rice can be prepared ahead for a quicker assembly.
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