Description
This High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls recipe is a nutritious and flavorful spin on the classic cheeseburger, served deconstructed in a bowl. Featuring lean ground beef or turkey cooked with savory spices, a fresh base of lettuce or grains, and topped with classic burger fixings like cheddar cheese, pickles, bacon, and a creamy tangy sauce made from Greek yogurt and condiments, this dish combines protein-packed ingredients with vibrant veggies for a satisfying low-carb meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and 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
Seasonings for Meat
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
Sauce
- 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: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the lean ground beef or turkey. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook the meat, stirring occasionally, until fully browned and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish lean.
- Prepare the base: While the meat cooks, chop the lettuce or prepare your choice of base by cooking quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
- Prep toppings: Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, thinly slice the dill pickles and red onion, and slice the avocado. Prepare jalapeño slices if using.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the low-fat Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble bowls: Start with your chosen base in serving bowls. Layer the cooked meat on top, followed by the sliced vegetables and cheese. Drizzle the prepared sauce evenly over each bowl.
- Optional finish: For added protein and flavor, top each bowl with a fried egg, cooked bacon strips, and sliced avocado. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Using lean ground turkey instead of beef lowers the saturated fat content.
- Cauliflower rice provides a low-carb, gluten-free option.
- Optional jalapeño slices add a spicy kick for those who enjoy heat.
- Cook bacon and eggs ahead of time to speed up meal assembly.
- You can substitute shredded cheddar with your favorite cheese, such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
- Leftover bowls can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat the meat separately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: high protein, cheeseburger bowls, low-carb, healthy, skillet, ground beef, ground turkey, Greek yogurt sauce
