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High-protein cheeseburger bowls filled with ingredients for a healthy meal.

High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls

A cozy and comforting low-carb meal prep recipe featuring browned beef, fresh veggies, and an indulgent burger sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the cheeseburger bowls

  • 1.5 lb ground beef (use lean, 90/10 for less fat) Use lean ground beef to reduce grease.
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Aged cheddar adds flavor.
  • 4 cups shredded romaine or mixed greens
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup diced pickles
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 concepts hard-boiled eggs, halved (optional extra protein) Optional for additional protein.

For the burger sauce

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Can be replaced with dairy-free yogurt.
  • 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • pinch smoked paprika

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sugar-free ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika for the burger sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then set aside.

Cooking the Beef

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula.
  • Season beef with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Continue to cook until beef is nicely browned and no pink remains, about 8–10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Assembly

  • Divide shredded greens among four meal prep containers or bowls.
  • Top each with roughly 1/4 of the cooked beef, shredded cheddar, chopped tomatoes, pickles, red onion, and halved hard-boiled eggs if using.
  • Spoon 1–2 tbsp of the burger sauce over each bowl, or pack sauce separately in small containers.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds or sliced avocado if desired. Warm the beef slightly if preferred.

Notes

Store assembled bowls without sauce for up to 4 days. Add sauce when ready to eat. Cooked beef can be frozen for up to 3 months. Avoid soggy greens by keeping sauce separate for meal prep.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g
Keyword Cheeseburger Bowl, comfort food, high-protein, Low-Carb, meal prep
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