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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls

Delicious and nutritious cheeseburger bowls packed with protein and low in carbs, perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger
  • 1.5 lb lean ground beef (or ground turkey) You can use ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Use low-calorie cheese or dairy-free alternative if preferred.
  • 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce This forms the base for the bowls.
  • 1 medium tomato, diced For topping.
  • 1/2 cup dill pickle chips For topping.
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion For topping.
For the Tangy Burger Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup Use low-sugar if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well until smooth. Set aside.
Cooking the Beef
  1. Place the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Break the meat apart with a spoon and cook until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the cooked beef and stir gently until the cheese melts into the meat mixture. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Assembly
  1. Divide the shredded lettuce evenly among four serving bowls.
  2. Spoon the cheesy ground beef mixture over the lettuce in each bowl.
  3. Distribute the diced tomato, pickle chips, and red onion evenly over the beef in each bowl.
  4. Drizzle a generous amount of the prepared Tangy Burger Sauce over the top of each cheeseburger bowl. Serve immediately for dinner or cool completely before sealing for meal prep.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Keep the sauce separate until ready to eat for best texture. For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with black beans or lentils and add quinoa for texture.