Description
Indulge in the flavors of a classic cheeseburger without the carbs with our High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls Recipe. This low-carb meal prep features seasoned ground beef or turkey, crisp fresh veggies, and a tangy burger sauce, all served over a bed of lettuce or your choice of grains. Each satisfying bowl is packed with over 30 grams of protein, making it an ideal option for those on keto or high-protein diets. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, these customizable bowls allow you to add your favorite toppings like avocado or bacon for extra flavor and nutrition. Enjoy a delicious twist on a beloved favorite that’s both nutritious and filling!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 4 cups chopped lettuce (or 2 cups quinoa/cooked rice)
- Cherry tomatoes, dill pickles, red onion
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Low-fat Greek yogurt
- Mustard
- Ketchup
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat, seasoning with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until fully cooked (8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- While the meat cooks, prepare the base by chopping lettuce or cooking grains.
- Slice cherry tomatoes, pickles, and red onion for toppings.
- For the sauce, whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Assemble bowls: layer base ingredients first, followed by cooked meat and toppings. Drizzle with sauce.
- Optional: Top each bowl with a fried egg or crispy bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg