High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls (Print-Friendly Version)

Satisfy cravings with high-protein bowls, juicy beef, fresh veggies, melty cheese, and zesty burger sauce.

# Ingredients List:

→ Protein

01 - 450 g lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
02 - Salt
03 - Ground black pepper
04 - Garlic powder
05 - Onion powder

→ Base Options

06 - 4 cups chopped lettuce
07 - or 480 g cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice

→ Toppings

08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 120 g sliced dill pickles
10 - 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese

→ Optional Add-Ons

12 - 1 avocado, sliced
13 - 4 strips cooked bacon
14 - Jalapeño slices
15 - 4 fried eggs

→ Sauce

16 - 120 g low-fat Greek yogurt
17 - 1 tablespoon mustard
18 - 1 tablespoon ketchup
19 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
20 - 0.5 teaspoon paprika
21 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a skillet over medium heat, add lean ground meat and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir frequently and cook until completely browned and cooked through, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
02 - Chop lettuce finely, or prepare grains or cauliflower rice as desired. Ensure base ingredients are ready for assembly.
03 - Halve cherry tomatoes, slice dill pickles and red onion thinly. Prepare any additional toppings, such as avocado, cooked bacon, jalapeños, or fried eggs.
04 - Combine Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and consistent.
05 - Layer each bowl with the base, distribute cooked meat on top, then add toppings and shredded cheese. Drizzle generously with burger sauce.
06 - For additional protein or taste, top each bowl with a fried egg, cooked bacon, avocado, or jalapeños as desired.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Customize with alternative proteins, such as ground turkey or plant-based substitutes, or swap bases for extra fiber or lower carbohydrates.
02 - To accommodate vegan diets, substitute lentil-walnut crumble for meat, use dairy-free cheese, and ensure a plant-based sauce.
03 - Storage is optimal when keeping components separate; refrigerate up to 4 days and reheat meat before assembly.