Low Fat Savory Ground Beef with Beans
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this hearty and flavorful Low Fat Savory Ground Beef with Beans recipe, a perfect blend of taste and nutrition. Featuring lean ground beef, protein-packed black beans, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, this dish is seasoned with comforting spices like cumin and chili powder for a rich, savory depth. A splash of low-sodium beef broth brings everything together, while fresh cilantro adds a burst of freshness to the finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also guilt-free, thanks to its low-fat profile. Ideal for busy families or meal prep, serve this satisfying dish with rice, quinoa, or a side of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1.5 cups cooked black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and continue to cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the beef is browned, stir in the chopped red bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet to maintain the low-fat nature of the dish.
Add the cooked black beans, canned diced tomatoes with juice, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and stir everything together to combine well.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve the savory ground beef with beans hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 2092 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.0 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 124.6 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 2428 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.
