Dairy-Free Savory Ground Beef with Rice
Savor the rich and hearty flavors of the Dairy-Free Savory Ground Beef with Rice—a wholesome, one-pan wonder that’s both dairy-free and packed with bold taste. Featuring tender ground beef, aromatic garlic and onion, and vibrant red bell peppers, this recipe is elevated with a blend of soy sauce, tomato paste, and warming spices like cumin and paprika for a perfectly balanced bite. Served atop fluffy long-grain white rice, it’s a satisfying, gluten-free meal that’s ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that combines simplicity with incredible flavor. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and freshness you’ll love!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 stalks, chopped green onions
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Push the vegetables to the sides of the skillet and add the ground beef in the center. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the soy sauce, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well until everything is combined and cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped green onions.
Serve the savory ground beef over the cooked rice. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.7 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 4448 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 92.9 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 2422 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
