Big Mac Cheeseburger Protein Bowl

This high-protein bowl has all the classic Big Mac flavors—seasoned beef, crisp lettuce, pickles, onions, cheese, and creamy “special sauce”—without the bun. Most versions use lean ground beef and a lighter sauce made with Greek yogurt or light mayonnaise.

Ingredients (2 servings)

Burger Bowl

• 12 oz (340 g) 93–96% lean ground beef
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
• ½ cup diced tomatoes
• ¼ cup diced onion
• ½ cup sliced dill pickles
• ½ cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• Sesame seeds (optional)

High-Protein Big Mac Sauce

• ½ cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon sugar-free ketchup
• 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon pickle juice
• 1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish (optional)
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

1. Brown the ground beef in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Stir together all the sauce ingredients until smooth.
4. Divide the lettuce between two bowls.
5. Top with the cooked beef, tomatoes, onions, pickles, and shredded cheddar.
6. Drizzle generously with the Big Mac sauce.
7. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Approximate values:

• Calories: 430
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbohydrates: 11 g
• Fat: 25 g
• Fiber: 3 g

Meal Prep Tips

• Store the beef, vegetables, and sauce in separate containers.
• Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
• Reheat only the beef before assembling.
• Add the sauce just before eating to keep the lettuce crisp.

Optional Add-Ins

• Diced avocado
• Sautéed mushrooms
• Cooked cauliflower rice
• Roasted potatoes or sweet potato cubes for extra carbohydrates
• Jalapeños for a spicy twist