Southwest Beef Pintos
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavor-packed Southwest Beef Pintos recipe! Combining hearty ground beef, tender pinto beans, and vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper and onion, this one-pot wonder is infused with bold southwestern spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Simmered in a rich tomato base and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this dish delivers a satisfying, protein-rich meal ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for serving over rice, with warm tortillas, or alongside a crisp salad, this easy and versatile recipe is a crowd-pleaser that brings the vibrant flavors of the Southwest straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups pinto beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the tomato paste and diced tomatoes (with their juices), stirring until well combined.
Pour in the beef broth and mix in the pinto beans. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Serve hot, optionally with rice, tortillas, or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.1 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4024 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.3 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 106.2 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 3441 mg | 73% | |
*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.
