Cheeseburger Bowl
A delicious high-protein cheeseburger bowl that offers all the taste of a burger without the bun, featuring customizable grains, vegetables, and cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef Choose 90/10 or 93/7 for a good balance of flavor and lower fat.
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice Quinoa brings a nutty texture; brown rice gives a more familiar chew.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Look for firm, glossy tomatoes without soft spots.
- 1 cup diced cucumbers Adds freshness to the bowl.
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded.
- 1/4 cup diced red onion Adds a sharp finish to enhance the flavors.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For browning the beef.
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning.
Optional Toppings
- pickles For classic burger tang.
- avocado For creamy texture.
- lettuce For crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Warm a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Add the lean ground beef, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper as it begins to sizzle.
- While the beef cooks, prepare quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
- Spoon a serving of the cooked quinoa or brown rice into a bowl to create the base for the cheeseburger bowl.
- Top the grain base with a generous portion of the browned ground beef.
- Scatter halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, and diced red onion over the beef.
- Finish with shredded cheese topping.
- Serve immediately and let diners add optional toppings.
Notes
Storage: Cool components quickly and store separately. Cooked beef lasts 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored in an airtight container. For freezer storage, freeze only the beef and grains, not the fresh veggies or cheese.