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High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls Recipe – Low-Carb Meal Prep with Ground Beef & Burger Sauce

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A high-protein, low-carb cheeseburger bowl packed with seasoned ground meat, fresh vegetables, shredded cheese, and a creamy tangy burger sauce—perfect for meal prep or quick dinners.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Protein:
  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Base:
  • 4 cups chopped lettuce or 2 cups cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
  • Toppings:
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles, sliced
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional:
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 12 tablespoons jalapeños
  • 4 fried eggs
  • Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef or turkey with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder for 8–10 minutes until browned.
  2. Drain excess fat if needed and set aside.
  3. Prepare base by chopping lettuce or cooking grains if using.
  4. Slice tomatoes, pickles, onion, and avocado if using.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
  6. Assemble bowls with base, cooked meat, toppings, and shredded cheese.
  7. Drizzle sauce over the top and add optional toppings like avocado or fried egg.
  8. Serve immediately or store components separately for later.

Notes

  • Store components separately for best meal prep results.
  • Use turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Swap cheese or omit for dairy-free version.
  • Add spices or hot sauce for extra heat.
  • Reheat meat separately before assembling.
  • Can be enjoyed warm or cold.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg