Description
These high-protein cheeseburger bowls offer the satisfying taste of a classic burger in a nutritious, low-carb meal prep option.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 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 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown your choice of ground meat. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Stir until fully cooked through for 8–10 minutes and drain excess fat afterward.
- Chop lettuce or cook your chosen grain or cauliflower rice as desired.
- Slice up tomatoes, pickles, onion, and any optional add-ons.
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble your bowls by layering the base, meat, toppings, and cheese. Finish by drizzling the sauce over everything.
- For extra protein and flavor, top with a fried egg, crispy bacon, or avocado.
Notes
Experiment with different toppings and bases to customize your bowls. For a vegan option, use plant-based meat substitutes.
