Sugar-Free Savory Ground Beef with Rice
Satisfy your savory cravings guilt-free with this Sugar-Free Savory Ground Beef with Rice recipe—a wholesome and hearty dish perfect for weeknight dinners. This simple yet flavor-packed recipe combines lean ground beef, nutrient-rich brown rice, and a medley of aromatic ingredients like diced onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Infused with smoky cumin, sweet paprika, and the umami richness of Worcestershire sauce, every bite bursts with robust flavors, all while being entirely sugar-free. The dish is simmered to perfection with low-sodium beef broth, creating a comforting one-skillet meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s an ideal option for health-conscious food lovers seeking a balanced recipe that doesn’t skimp on taste. Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or a satisfying lunch, this savory ground beef and rice dish is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 cups Low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30-35 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the diced bell pepper, tomato paste, low-sodium beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and optional soy sauce.
Add cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well to combine the flavors.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and add it to the ground beef mixture, stirring to integrate all the ingredients.
Serve the savory ground beef with rice hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 112.7 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4117 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 92.1 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2509 mg | 53% | |
*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.
