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Healthy Cheeseburger Bowls

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Healthy Cheeseburger Bowls are a low-carb, high-protein twist on the classic burger—served bunless in a bowl with juicy ground beef, fresh veggies, cheese, and a creamy burger-style sauce. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal that’s lighter but just as flavorful.

Ingredients

    • For the beef:
    • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
    • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
    • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/2 tsp onion powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper
    • 1 tsp mustard (optional)

 

    • For the bowls:
    • 4 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
    • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
    • 1/2 cup pickles, sliced
    • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
    • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

 

  • For the burger sauce:
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • 1 tsp pickle juice or 1 tbsp finely chopped pickles
  • 1/4 tsp paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and mustard. Cook until browned and crumbled. Set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayo), ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, and paprika. Adjust to taste.
  4. Assemble each bowl: start with lettuce, then top with tomatoes, pickles, red onion, cheese, and cooked beef.
  5. Drizzle with burger sauce and top with avocado and sesame seeds, if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a nonstick skillet or lightly spray the pan if using lean beef to avoid sticking.
  • Adjust the sauce spice by adding a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
  • Pre-chop veggies and make the sauce ahead for quick assembly during the week.

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