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High Protein Ground Beef Power Bowls

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A colorful and nourishing meal packed with high protein, healthy fats, and fiber, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef (90–96% lean)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
  • 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)
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1–2 tbsp water
  • 1 cup dry brown rice or quinoa
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium broth
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 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
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced (optional)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 small red onion, 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 optional sauce)
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • 1–2 tsp water (to thin sauce)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the brown rice or quinoa under cold water until clear.
  2. Boil 2 cups of water or broth with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add the rice/quinoa, stir, cover, and simmer until cooked.
  4. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  5. Roast sweet potato, bell pepper, and broccoli with olive oil and seasonings until tender.
  6. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil if needed and cook onion until translucent.
  7. Add garlic and then the ground beef, cooking until browned.
  8. Stir in soy sauce and spices, adding water if needed to loosen.
  9. Warm the beans and corn in a saucepan until heated through.
  10. Prepare the optional yogurt sauce by mixing all ingredients in a bowl.
  11. Prep fresh toppings like tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and avocado.
  12. Assemble bowls with grains, beef, vegetables, beans, cheese, and toppings.

Notes

Customize with different proteins or vegetables as desired. Perfect for meal prep; keep fresh toppings separate until ready to eat.

Nutrition

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