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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low-Carb, High-Protein

Description

A cozy bowl of flavors with lean ground beef or turkey, fresh toppings, and a creamy sauce, perfect for meal prep and low-carb diets.


Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder for 8–10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the base: Chop lettuce or cook grains according to package instructions.
  3. Prep toppings: Slice cherry tomatoes, dill pickles, and red onion; add jalapeño if desired.
  4. Make the sauce: Whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Assemble bowls: Layer the base with cooked meat, toppings, shredded cheese, and drizzle with sauce.
  6. Optional finish: Top with a fried egg and crispy bacon.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep toppings separate until serving for freshness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 21g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg