High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls
High-Protein Cheeseburger Bowls are a delicious and nutritious twist on your favorite burger, minus the bun. These bowls feature seasoned ground beef over a base of brown rice, topped with fresh veggies and a zesty sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, they deliver all the classic flavors you love while keeping you on track with your health goals. Enjoy a satisfying meal that offers a delightful crunch and protein-packed goodness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sliced pickles
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
Instructions
- Cook brown rice according to package instructions, about 30 minutes. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper for 7-10 minutes until browned.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked brown rice first, followed by the cooked ground beef.
- Top each bowl with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced pickles. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup and mustard; drizzle over assembled bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg