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Linda S. Smith

High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowl

A quick, low-carb bowl that combines seasoned beef, pickles, melted cheese, and a tangy burger sauce for a protein-packed meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean) Can substitute with ground chicken or plant-based crumble.
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 4 cups chopped lettuce OR 2 cups cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice Choose your preferred base.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
  • 1/2 number red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese Pre-shredded can save time.
  • 1 number avocado, sliced
  • 4 strips cooked bacon (optional)
  • 4 number fried eggs (optional for extra protein)
Burger Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup low-fat Greek yogurt Can substitute with light mayo or kefir.
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • 1 tbsp ketchup Use sugar-free for lower carb.
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for sauce)
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (for sauce)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Cooking the Meat
  1. Heat a skillet over medium. Add the ground beef or turkey.
  2. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Break meat into pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes.
  4. Drain excess fat and return meat to the pan to keep warm.
Preparing the Base and Toppings
  1. While the meat cooks, prepare the base: chop lettuce or cook quinoa/brown rice/cauliflower rice according to package instructions.
  2. Slice cherry tomatoes, pickles, and red onion.
Making the Burger Sauce
  1. Whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. Divide base among four bowls, top with cooked meat, tomatoes, pickles, onions, and shredded cheese.
  2. Drizzle each bowl with burger sauce.
  3. Finish with sliced avocado, a fried egg, bacon strips, and jalapeños as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 33g

Notes

Serve warm for the best texture contrast. Pair with a simple green salad or roasted veggies.

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