Description
A comforting and nutritious twist on classic cheeseburgers, these High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls are perfect for meal prep with lean meat and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 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 (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
- Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until cooked through, about 8–10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Prepare the base: Chop lettuce or cook grains/cauliflower rice as desired.
- Prep toppings: Slice tomatoes, pickles, onion, and any optional add-ons.
- Make the sauce: Whisk Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: Layer the base, meat, toppings, and cheese. Drizzle with sauce.
- Optional finish: Top with a fried egg, bacon, or avocado for extra protein and flavor.
Notes
For an added kick, incorporate diced jalapeños into the meat as it cooks. Experiment with cheese varieties for different flavor profiles.
