Description
Enjoy the satisfying taste of a cheeseburger in a nutritious, high-protein bowl. Quick to prepare and fully customizable, these bowls are perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups crisp lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup dill pickles
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
Instructions
- Cook Your Base: Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season the Beef: Once cooked through, season beef with salt, pepper, ketchup, and mustard. Stir well to evenly coat the meat.
- Assemble Your Bowls: In serving bowls, layer cooked quinoa or brown rice first. Top with seasoned ground beef.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over hot meat to let it melt slightly. Then add lettuce, diced tomatoes, and pickles on top.
- Serve with Condiments: Drizzle extra ketchup or mustard over the bowls as desired and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, swap ground beef for ground turkey or plant-based protein. Customize toppings by adding avocado slices or jalapeños for an extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat before serving.