High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls
A cozy twist on a classic burger dinner featuring lean beef, melty cheese, and a homemade burger sauce, served in a bowl without the bun.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean) Use halal-certified if needed.
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder (for meat)
- ½ tsp onion powder (for meat)
- 4 cups chopped lettuce or 2 cups of cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice Choose one base.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup sliced dill pickles (halal-friendly)
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American-style cheese
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 4 strips cooked halal-certified turkey or beef-style smoked strips (optional)
- Jalapeño slices (optional, to taste)
- 4 fried eggs (optional) For extra protein.
For the Burger Sauce
- ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp ketchup Choose low-sugar if watching carbs.
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Meat
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey. Season with salt, pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp onion powder. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat for ground beef or excess moisture for turkey.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Prepare the Base
- Chop 4 cups of lettuce for low-carb bowls, or cook 2 cups of quinoa or brown rice according to package directions.
- For keto, steam or sauté cauliflower rice until soft.
Prep Toppings
- Slice cherry tomatoes and red onion, and slice the avocado just before assembling.
- Warm the halal style smoked strips if using.
- Optionally, quick-pickle the red onion by soaking in a mixture of 1 tbsp vinegar and 1 tsp sugar for 10 minutes.
Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Adjust taste and blend for a smoother sauce if desired.
Assemble the Bowls
- Start with your chosen base and add cooked seasoned meat.
- Layer on toppings: tomatoes, pickles, onion, cheese, jalapeños, and avocado.
- Drizzle the sauce over the top and finish with a fried egg if using.
Notes
Store assembled bowls without avocado and sauce in the fridge for up to 3 days. Cooked meat freezes well for longer storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
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