Big Mac Cheeseburger Protein Bowl

This Big Mac Cheeseburger Protein Bowl is a hearty, high-protein meal packed with all the classic burger flavors you love, without the bun. Loaded with seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, pickles, cheese, and a creamy burger-style sauce, it is fresh, filling, and perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Bowl
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Big Mac Style Sauce
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 tablespoons pickle relish
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions

1. Cook the Beef
   Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until fully done, then drain excess grease if needed and let it cool slightly.
2. Make the Sauce
   In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, white vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth and creamy.
3. Prepare the Vegetables
   Chop the lettuce, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, finely chop the red onion, and chop the pickles.
4. Assemble the Bowls
   Divide the lettuce between serving bowls. Arrange the cooked ground beef, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, pickles, and shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
5. Add the Sauce
   Drizzle the Big Mac style sauce generously over each bowl just before serving.
   Notes
   Use lean ground beef for a lighter bowl with plenty of protein.
   You can swap cheddar for mozzarella or Colby Jack if preferred.
   Add avocado for extra richness.
   For meal prep, store the sauce separately and drizzle just before eating.
   Serving Suggestions
   Serve on its own for a complete low-carb meal.
   Pair with roasted potatoes or sweet potato wedges for a heartier plate.
   Add sesame seeds on top for a burger-inspired finish.
   Storage
   Store the beef, vegetables, and sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble just before serving for the freshest texture.
   Yield
   4 servings
   Prep Time
   15 minutes
   Cook Time
   10 minutes
   Total Time
   25 minutes