Low Sodium Classic Fried Ground Beef
Satisfy your craving for a comforting classic with this Low Sodium Classic Fried Ground Beef recipe—a healthier twist on a timeless favorite. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe features tender ground beef infused with the natural sweetness of caramelized onions, the depth of garlic, and a hint of smokiness from paprika and dried thyme. Diced red bell peppers add a pop of color and crunch, while fresh parsley brightens up the dish with a burst of herbal freshness. Cooked to perfection in just 25 minutes, this low-sodium option skips the salt without compromising flavor, making it ideal for heart-healthy dining. Use it as a savory filling for tacos, a protein-packed salad topper, or a versatile addition to pasta dishes. Easy, delicious, and wholesome—this is a go-to recipe you'll come back to again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.
Sprinkle black pepper, paprika, and dried thyme over the browned beef. Stir well to combine.
Add the diced red bell pepper and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the peppers are tender but not mushy.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve as desired, using as a filling for tacos, a topping for salads, or in a low-sodium pasta dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.1 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.4 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 315 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 79.9 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1591 mg | 34% | |
*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.
