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Ultimate High-Protein, Low-Carb Cheeseburger Bowl with Homemade Tangy Sauce

A close-up of a hearty cheeseburger bowl featuring seasoned ground beef, melted cheese sauce, crisp lettuce, pickles, and red onions.
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Recreate the flavor of a classic cheeseburger without the bun. This high-protein, low-carb cheeseburger bowl is fast to make and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15 recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup diced dill pickles
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • For the Homemade Tangy Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Homemade Tangy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and onion powder until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Season the Beef: In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently with your hands until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Cook the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned ground beef and break it apart with a spoon. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  4. Melt the Cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Place the cheddar cheese slices over the cooked beef. Cover the skillet for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and gooey.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the chopped lettuce evenly among four serving bowls. Spoon the cheesy ground beef mixture over the lettuce base in each bowl.
  6. Add Toppings: Top each cheeseburger bowl with diced dill pickles and diced red onion.
  7. Serve: Drizzle a generous amount of the homemade tangy sauce over the toppings in each bowl. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a keto cheeseburger bowl, skip adding any starchy sides like potatoes or corn.
  • You can prepare the tangy sauce up to three days ahead and store it in the refrigerator.
  • Swap ground beef for ground turkey or ground chicken for a lighter option.

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