Healthier Hamburger Helper

Taking the classic Hamburger Helper and making it healthier and honestly, way more delicious!

Even better: This is a one-pan meal. If you’ve got 30 minutes, you can make this one! It’s perfect for a weekday dinner, meal prep, or you can even freeze it for a quick last-minute meal.

Each serving has less than 400 calories and 32g of protein! Serve it with some roasted veggies or a side salad for a well-balanced meal.

Recipe makes 4-6 servings

Ingredients 

• 1 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 yellow onion, diced

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 lb. lean ground beef (90/10) *

• Sauce:

  • 2 cups beef broth (bone broth for extra protein), low sodium

  • 2 Tbsp ketchup

  • 1 tsp mustard (dijon or yellow)

  • 1 tsp oregano

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/2 tsp chili powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 6 ounces pasta, uncooked *

• 1 cup (3oz) sharp cheddar cheese, grated

• 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt

• Garnish: parsley, cheese

Directions

1. Combine the sauce ingredients and set aside.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet, then add the yellow onion and sauté until it begins to soften.

3. Add the garlic, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Add the ground beef and break it up, cooking until mostly browned.

5. Pour the sauce into the pan, mix, then add the uncooked pasta.

6. Mix in the pasta, then make sure all pieces are submerged. Cover and allow to simmer until the pasta is almost al-dente.

7. Immediately remove from the heat and mix in the cheese. Add the greek yogurt and mix again until smooth.

8. Taste and add a little more salt if you’d like.

9. Garnish with parsley and extra cheese, serve, & enjoy!

notes

• Swap the ground beef for any ground meat if you prefer

• Swap the pasta for gluten-free pasta if you need

Nutritional Information (per 1/6 of recipe): 395 calories, 17g fat, 28g carbs, 32g protein