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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A flavor-packed and nutritious twist on cheeseburgers served in a bowl.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder, 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 garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder for 8-10 minutes, draining any excess fat.
  2. Chop fresh lettuce or cook grains for the base.
  3. Slice cherry tomatoes, pickles, and red onion; add any other desired toppings.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create the sauce.
  5. Layer the base in a bowl, add cooked meat, toppings, cheese, and drizzle with sauce.
  6. Optional: Top with fried egg, bacon, or avocado slices.

Notes

For meal prep, store ingredients separately to maintain freshness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 300mg