Fiesta Beef Medley
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavor-packed Fiesta Beef Medley! Bursting with bold spices, savory ground beef, and a colorful mix of bell peppers, corn, and black beans, this one-skillet recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfectly seasoned with chili powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika, this dish delivers a zesty Tex-Mex experience that will satisfy the whole family. Juicy diced tomatoes add a touch of freshness, while a garnish of chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime brighten every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile dish can be served as a standalone meal, paired with rice, or wrapped in tortillas for a festive taco night. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, the Fiesta Beef Medley is your ultimate go-to for a hearty, crowd-pleasing dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the corn kernels and black beans to the skillet, stirring to combine.
Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low and let the mixture cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.0 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 688 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 777 mg | 17% | |
*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.
