Description
Dinner with ground beef is a flavorful adventure that’s quick and satisfying. This dish combines lean ground beef with aromatic vegetables and spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights. Whether you serve it over rice or pasta, this recipe is easily customizable to suit your family’s tastes. Get ready for a culinary experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mix of colors)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook until slightly softened.
- Add canned tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese on top in the last few minutes of cooking until melted.
- Serve hot over rice or pasta, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg