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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls

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A simple, low-carb meal prep idea with ground beef and a creamy burger sauce for easy lunches and dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 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
  • 4 fried eggs
  • 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

  1. Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground meat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until cooked through (8–10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  2. Prepare the base: Chop lettuce or cook grains/cauliflower rice as desired.
  3. Prep toppings: Slice tomatoes, pickles, onion, and any optional add-ons.
  4. Make the sauce: Whisk Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Assemble bowls: Layer base, meat, toppings, and cheese. Drizzle with sauce.
  6. Optional finish: Top with fried egg, bacon, or avocado for extra protein and flavor.

Notes

Store bowls in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Keep sauce in a separate container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

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