High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls Recipe
This High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowl is a delicious, protein-packed meal that combines lean ground meat, fresh veggies, cheese, and a creamy yogurt-based sauce. Perfect for a low-carb or nutrient-dense option, it mimics the classic cheeseburger flavors in a bowl format, allowing you to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, bacon, and fried eggs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Meat
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
- 4 strips cooked bacon
- 4 fried eggs
Base
- 4 cups chopped lettuce OR 2 cups cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
Vegetables & Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup sliced dill pickles
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Jalapeño slices (optional)
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
Spices & Seasonings
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder (to taste for meat seasoning)
- Salt and pepper (to taste for sauce)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (for sauce)
- ½ tsp paprika (for sauce)
Sauce
- ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp ketchup
Instructions
- Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey, seasoning it with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir occasionally and cook until the meat is fully browned and cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish lean.
- Prepare the base: While the meat cooks, choose your preferred base: either chop fresh lettuce or prepare 2 cups of cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice according to package instructions.
- Prep toppings: Slice cherry tomatoes in halves, thinly slice the dill pickles and red onion, and slice avocado. Prepare any additional optional toppings like jalapeño slices.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together low-fat Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until you achieve a smooth and flavorful sauce.
- Assemble bowls: Start with your base in each bowl, add the cooked meat on top, then layer with cherry tomatoes, pickles, red onions, and shredded cheese. Drizzle the creamy sauce over everything.
- Optional finish: For extra protein and flavor, top each bowl with a fried egg, cooked bacon strips, and sliced avocado if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey for beef to reduce fat content while maintaining protein.
- Use cauliflower rice to make this dish low-carb and Paleo-friendly.
- The sauce adds creaminess without heavy dressings, using Greek yogurt for added protein and probiotics.
- To keep it gluten-free, ensure all condiments and pickles are gluten-free.
- Customize toppings based on your preferences or dietary restrictions.
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