Description
Learn how to make delicious ground beef dinner ideas healthy. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Feel free to substitute the quinoa with brown rice or even whole grain pasta if you prefer. The zucchini can be swapped with any seasonal vegetable you have on hand.
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the bell pepper and zucchini, cooking until they soften, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the cooked quinoa or brown rice, mixing until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Remember, the key here is balance. If you find the dish needs a little more seasoning, adjust the salt and spices to your liking. Cooking is about making the dish your own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: ground beef dinner ideas healthy, recipe, cooking, food
