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Big Mac Bowls #2

Big Mac Protein Bowls

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 5 Portions
Calories: 560kcal
Author: Chef Jack Ovens

Ingredients
 

Beef

  • 1kg (2.2lb) - Lean Beef Mince (95/5)
  • 1 tsp (4g) - Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp (4g) - Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp (4g) - Smoked Paprika
  • Salt & Pepper

Big Mac Sauce (Macro-Friendly)

  • 150g (5.2oz) - Low-Fat Mayonnaise
  • 150g (5.2oz) - High Protein Greek Yogurt
  • 1 ½ Tbsp (30g) - Tomato Ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp (20g) - Yellow Mustard (American)
  • 2 - Dill Pickle Slices, Finely Diced
  • 3 tsp (15g) - Pickle Brine
  • 1 tsp (4g) - Smoked Paprika
  • Salt & Pepper

Rice

  • 300g (10.5oz) - Brown Rice
  • 600ml (600g) - Cold Water
  • Pinch of Salt

Toppings (Fresh)

  • 300g (10.5oz) - Iceberg or Romaine Lettuce, Shredded
  • 200g (7.05oz) - Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
  • 2-3 - Dill Pickle Slices, Finely Diced
  • ½ - White or Red Onion, Finely Diced

Instructions

Cook the Rice

  • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Place the rice, water, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 25–28 minutes. Remove from heat and leave covered for 5 minutes to steam—fluff with a fork and set aside.

Cook the Beef

  • Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Lightly coat with spray oil, add the beef mince, and cook for 1–2 minutes until it begins to sizzle. Break apart with a spatula. Sprinkle over the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Make the Sauce

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yoghurt, ketchup, mustard, vinegar, diced pickles, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Prepare the Vegetables

  • Shred the iceberg lettuce. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Slice the pickles and onion. Grate the reduced-fat cheddar cheese.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Divide the cooked rice evenly between 5 meal prep containers. Top each with the cooked beef mince. Add a layer of shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, onion, and pickles. Drizzle with the macro-friendly Big Mac sauce. Sprinkle over the cheddar cheese if using. Dig in.

Nutrition Guide

Nutrition Facts
Big Mac Protein Bowls
Serving Size
 
400 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
560
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1.8
g
Cholesterol
 
22
mg
7
%
Sodium
 
566
mg
25
%
Potassium
 
324
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
59
g
20
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
8
g
9
%
Protein
 
50
g
100
%
Vitamin A
 
16.8
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
6.64
mg
8
%
Calcium
 
46.3
mg
5
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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