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Cheeseburger Bowl (High Protein & Low Carb)
Melissa Andrew

Cheeseburger Bowl

Cheeseburger Bowl (High Protein & Low Carb)
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • | Ground beef 80/20 or lean | 500 g |
  • | Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
  • | Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
  • | Onion powder | 1 tsp |
  • | Paprika | 1/2 tsp |
  • | Salt | 1/2 tsp |
  • | Black pepper | 1/2 tsp |
  • | Worcestershire sauce | 1 tsp |
  • | Shredded lettuce | 3 cups |
  • | Cherry tomatoes halved | 1 cup |
  • | Pickles sliced | 1/2 cup |
  • | Red onion diced | 1/3 cup |
  • | Cheddar cheese shredded | 1 cup |
  • | Jalapeños optional | 1/4 cup |
  • | Green onions chopped | 2 tbsp |
Special Burger Sauce
  • | Mayonnaise | 1/3 cup |
  • | Ketchup | 2 tbsp |
  • | Mustard | 1 tbsp |
  • | Pickle relish | 1 tbsp |
  • | Garlic powder | 1/4 tsp |
  • | Paprika | 1/4 tsp |

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil
  2. Add ground beef and begin breaking it apart with a spatula
  3. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and no longer pink
  4. Drain excess fat if needed to keep the dish lighter
  5. Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper
  6. Mix well so the beef is evenly seasoned
  7. Stir in Worcestershire sauce for deeper flavor
  8. Cook for another 1–2 minutes and remove from heat
  9. In a small bowl, prepare the burger sauce by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, garlic powder, and paprika
  10. Stir until smooth and creamy
  11. In serving bowls, add a base of shredded lettuce
  12. Layer cooked ground beef over the lettuce
  13. Add cherry tomatoes, pickles, and red onion
  14. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly
  15. Add jalapeños if you prefer a spicy kick
  16. Drizzle the prepared burger sauce generously over the bowl
  17. Garnish with chopped green onions
  18. Toss lightly or leave layered for presentation
  19. Serve immediately while the beef is warm
  20. For meal prep, keep sauce separate until serving

Notes

  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fat: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg