Cheeseburger Bowl

Cheeseburger Bowl

A high-protein, low-calorie cheeseburger bowl made with seasoned beef, crispy air-fried potatoes, and a tangy yogurt sauce.

Servings1
SourceTikTok
SavedJune 2, 2026
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Nutrition Facts

Estimated

Per serving

Calories

635 cal

Protein

44 g

Carbs

63 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

7 g

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A delicious, macro-friendly concept, but plagued by confusing ingredient division and missing air-frying instructions.

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Ingredients

1 servings

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Dice the potatoes into small cubes. Season with paprika and salt, spray with oil, and air fry until crispy.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, mix together the natural yoghurt, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, tomato puree, ketchup, and a little salt and pepper to make the sauce. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Spray a pan with oil and sauté the diced onion until softened. Add the minced beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.

  4. 4

    Stir in the garlic, tomato puree, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the grated cheddar over the beef mixture and stir until melted and combined.

    1 min
  6. 6

    Assemble the bowl: add a bed of lettuce, then top with the crispy potatoes, the cheesy beef mixture, diced tomatoes, sliced gherkins, a drizzle of the yogurt sauce, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Community Notes

From 48 comments

This meal may not be suitable for a calorie deficit diet despite the claim (523 calories).

medium

Red meat should not be consumed more than once or twice a week; consider using chicken instead.

high

Tips

  • Use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a healthier option with less cheese and sauces.
  • Replace half of the potatoes with black or lupini beans to increase fiber and lower calories.

Swaps

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lettucespinach
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half of the potatoesblack or lupini beans

Eating red meat too frequently (e.g., 5 days a week) may cause digestive issues.

This meal is high in calories (523) and may not be appropriate for a calorie deficit diet.

The recipe is well-received overall, with many positive comments. However, there is notable debate about whether it is suitable for a calorie deficit and concerns about red meat consumption frequency.

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