High-Protein Cheeseburger Salad Bowl
Craving a burger but keeping it clean? This Cheeseburger Salad Bowl has all the flavor of a fast-food favorite without the bun or guilt. It’s protein-packed, crunchy, cheesy, and wildly satisfying — perfect for lunch or a quick dinner fix!
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
5 oz lean ground beef
2 cups chopped iceberg or romaine lettuce
2 tbsp chopped pickles
1 tsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp light Thousand Island dressing
2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese (melted on beef)
Instructions
Brown the Beef:
Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully browned. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Optional: melt cheese on top while warm.
Build Your Base:
Add chopped lettuce to a bowl. Layer on the pickles for a tangy crunch.
Top it Off:
Spoon the hot cheesy beef over the salad. Drizzle mustard and Thousand Island dressing over everything.
Mix & Enjoy:
Toss lightly or eat layered — either way, it’s burger bliss in every bite!
Notes
Low-carb • High-protein • Gluten-free
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30g