Description
This High Protein Philly Cheesesteak Bowl combines tender seasoned sirloin steak, sautéed peppers, onions, mushrooms, baby spinach, and a creamy cottage cheese sauce for a protein-packed meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or post-workout dinners.
Ingredients
500 g lean sirloin steak, thinly sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
200 g mushrooms, sliced
1 tsp olive oil
½ tsp dried oregano
2 cups cooked jasmine rice or roasted baby potatoes
2 cups baby spinach
1 cup (225 g) cottage cheese
½ cup shredded reduced-fat provolone or mozzarella
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp milk
1 tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: pickled jalapeños, sliced avocado, red chili flakes, extra Parmesan cheese, hot sauce
Instructions
1. Blend the cottage cheese, provolone or mozzarella, Parmesan, milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until completely smooth. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the peppers, onions, mushrooms, oregano, salt, and pepper for 6 to 8 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized. Remove from the skillet.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet. Add the sliced sirloin and cook for 2 to 4 minutes until browned.
4. Stir in the minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Warm the cheese sauce over low heat in a saucepan, stirring until creamy. Do not let it boil.
6. Divide the cooked rice or roasted potatoes among four serving bowls and top with baby spinach.
7. Add the cooked steak and sautéed vegetables to each bowl.
8. Drizzle generously with the warm high-protein cheese sauce.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley and any optional toppings like jalapeños, avocado, red chili flakes, extra Parmesan, or hot sauce before serving.
Notes
Slice the steak as thinly as possible for the most tender texture.
Freeze the steak for 20 minutes before slicing to make it easier to cut.
Blend the cottage cheese until silky smooth for a creamy cheese sauce.
Roasted baby potatoes make an excellent low-glycemic alternative to rice.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently to keep the cheese sauce smooth and creamy.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American