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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls

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  • Author: chloe
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low-Carb, High-Protein

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

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown your choice of ground meat. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Stir until fully cooked through for 8–10 minutes and drain excess fat afterward.
  3. Chop lettuce or cook your chosen grain or cauliflower rice as desired.
  4. Slice up tomatoes, pickles, onion, and any optional add-ons.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. Assemble your bowls by layering the base, meat, toppings, and cheese. Finish by drizzling the sauce over everything.
  7. 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.