Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef (90–93% lean)
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
1 cup chopped zucchini
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup shredded carrots
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce (optional)
1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional)
1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the brown rice according to package instructions using 1 cup rice and 2 cups water. Fluff and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
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Add the lean ground beef. Break it apart with a spoon and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and aromatic.
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Add diced onions and cook for about 3 minutes until translucent.
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Stir in bell peppers, zucchini, and shredded carrots. Cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly softened.
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Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the mixture evenly.
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Add broccoli florets and cook for another 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender.
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Divide cooked brown rice into 4 airtight meal prep containers.
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Top each container with the ground beef and vegetable mixture.
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Allow the Healthy Ground Beef Meal Prep bowls to cool completely before sealing and storing.
Notes
Use 90–93% lean ground beef to keep the meal healthy and balanced.
Do not overcook vegetables to maintain texture during reheating.
Let meals cool before closing containers to avoid condensation.
You can substitute brown rice with quinoa, cauliflower rice, or roasted sweet potatoes.
Add avocado, Greek yogurt sauce, or fresh herbs when serving for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep / Healthy Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Healthy
- Diet: Low Calorie