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High Protein Ground Beef Power Bowls

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A satisfying and nutritious meal packed with lean protein, hearty grains, and colorful veggies. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef (90–96% lean)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (optional if using very lean beef)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder (mild) or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 – 2 tbsp water, as needed to loosen the mixture
  • 1 cup dry brown rice or quinoa (or 1/2 of each for a mix)
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium broth
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips or chunks
  • 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans or kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup canned or frozen corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or nonfat), for topping
  • 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas) or sunflower seeds
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced or diced (optional but recommended)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Hot sauce or salsa, to taste
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (for quick high-protein sauce)
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 small clove garlic, very finely minced or grated
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • 1 – 2 tsp water to thin, if needed

Instructions

  1. Rinse the brown rice or quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or broth to a boil with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add the rice/quinoa, stir once, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer.
  4. For brown rice: cook about 35–40 minutes until tender and water is absorbed. For quinoa: cook about 15 minutes; if mixing rice and quinoa, cook until the rice is done and the quinoa is fluffy.
  5. Remove from heat, keep covered for 5–10 minutes, then fluff with a fork and set aside.
  6. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  7. Place sweet potato cubes, bell pepper, and broccoli on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
  8. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until tender and slightly charred. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  9. While the vegetables roast, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. If using very lean beef, add olive oil; otherwise, skip the oil.
  10. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  11. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  12. Add the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles. Cook for 5–7 minutes until fully browned.
  13. Stir in soy sauce, tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Add water if the mixture looks dry and cook for another 2–3 minutes until combined.
  14. In a small saucepan, add the drained beans and corn with a tablespoon of water and a small pinch of salt. Warm gently for 3–5 minutes.
  15. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
  16. Prep the fresh toppings: halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the herbs.
  17. Divide the cooked grains among 4 bowls. Top each with seasoned ground beef, roasted vegetables, warm beans and corn, and sprinkle with cheese and seeds.
  18. Add fresh toppings: tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and herbs. Drizzle with yogurt sauce and squeeze lime over each bowl. Add hot sauce if desired.

Notes

These power bowls are great for meal prep; store fresh toppings separately. Customize proteins and veggies as desired.

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