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High-Protein Burger Bowl

A quick and filling burger bowl made with lean ground beef, crispy potatoes, fresh vegetables, and a creamy Greek yogurt burger sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90–93% lean) For the Burger Beef
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For the Burger Beef
  • 1 teaspoon paprika For the Burger Beef
  • ½ teaspoon salt For the Burger Beef
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper For the Burger Beef
  • 1 lb baby potatoes, cut into small cubes For the Potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For the Potatoes
  • ½ tablespoon paprika For the Potatoes
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder For the Potatoes
  • ¼ tablespoon black pepper For the Potatoes
  • 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce For the Bowl
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved For the Bowl
  • ½ cup sliced dill pickles For the Bowl
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion For the Bowl
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional For the Bowl
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt For the Burger Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup For the Burger Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard For the Burger Sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder For the Burger Sauce

Method
 

  1. Cut the potatoes into small cubes so they cook quickly.
  2. Toss the potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Cook the potatoes in a large skillet over medium heat for about 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and tender.
  4. While the potatoes cook, heat another skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula.
  6. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Cook for about 6–8 minutes, until the beef is browned and fully cooked.
  8. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, ketchup, mustard, and garlic powder to make the burger sauce.
  9. Divide the chopped lettuce between four bowls.
  10. Add the cooked ground beef and crispy potatoes.
  11. Top with tomatoes, pickles, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese if using.
  12. Drizzle with the burger sauce.
  13. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use 90–93% lean ground beef for a good balance of flavor and protein.
  • You can use an air fryer to cook the potatoes if preferred.
  • Keep the sauce and fresh vegetables separate if meal prepping.
  • Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
  • For a lower-carb version, replace the potatoes with cauliflower rice or extra vegetables.
  • Nutrition is an estimate and will vary based on the exact ingredients and brands used.