Description

This recipe for High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls is a quick and healthy meal option that takes the classic flavors of a cheeseburger and transforms them into a nutritious bowl. It’s packed with protein and easily customizable, making it a weeknight dinner favorite.

Ingredients

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1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
Salt, to taste
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend like Colby Jack)
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup dill pickle slices, chopped
1/4 cup sliced red onion (optional, for added crunch and flavor)
1/4 cup your favorite sugar-free ketchup
2 tablespoons mustard (Dijon or yellow)
Optional toppings: avocado slices, crumbled bacon, a dollop of sour cream, jalapeños

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Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped yellow onion and cook until softened and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Crumble the ground beef into the skillet with the onions and garlic. Break it up with a spatula and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned throughout. Drain off any excess grease.
4. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld with the beef.
5. While the beef is cooking, prepare your serving bowls. Divide the chopped romaine lettuce evenly among 2-4 bowls.
6. Top the lettuce with the cooked seasoned beef mixture.
7. Next, add the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped dill pickles, and sliced red onion (if using) to each bowl.
8. Finally, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the beef and vegetables.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar-free ketchup and mustard to create a simple dressing or sauce. Alternatively, you can simply drizzle them over the bowls.
10. Drizzle the ketchup-mustard mixture over the cheeseburger bowls. Add any additional optional toppings you desire.

Notes

Store any leftover cheeseburger bowls in an airtight container in the refrigerator as soon as they have cooled down. For optimal freshness and flavor, consume leftovers within 2-3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave. Lettuce and tomatoes are best added fresh if possible. Consider storing the cooked beef mixture separately from fresh toppings for the freshest bowl.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g