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High Protein Burger Bowls

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A cozy, high-protein burger bowl that combines seasoned ground beef, roasted veggies, greens, and grains for a satisfying and wholesome dinner ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred, or lean ground turkey)
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 2 cups mixed salad greens or baby spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
  • 1/2 cup pickles, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper for seasoning beef

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa or rice: Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water. Combine with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside. (If using rice, follow package instructions; brown rice usually takes about 40 minutes.)
  2. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, ketchup, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside in the fridge to let flavors meld.
  3. Cook the beef: Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper evenly over the meat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Prep the veggies: Halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, dice avocado, and chop pickles. Keep shredded cheese handy.
  5. Assemble the burger bowls: In each serving bowl, layer a base of cooked quinoa or rice, then add a handful of mixed greens. Spoon over the seasoned beef, scatter tomatoes, onion, avocado, pickles, and cheese on top.
  6. Drizzle with sauce: Generously spoon the prepared sauce over each bowl, or serve on the side for dipping. Optionally, add extra cracked black pepper on top.

Notes

Use medium-high heat to brown beef without drying it out. Rinse quinoa to remove bitterness. Add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh and green. Toast quinoa or rice lightly before cooking for nuttier flavor. Can swap proteins or cheese for dietary preferences. Store components separately if prepping ahead.

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