Vegan Ground Beef with Corn Skillet
Savor the bold, comforting flavors of this Vegan Ground Beef with Corn Skillet—a one-pan wonder perfectly suited for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Packed with vibrant vegetables like red and green bell peppers, protein-rich black beans, and hearty vegan ground beef, this dish is spiced with smoky paprika, chili powder, and fragrant cumin to create a symphony of flavors. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime, it’s as fresh as it is filling. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy vegan skillet recipe delivers satisfying textures and nutrient-dense ingredients in every bite. Whether served solo or paired with tortillas, rice, or a crisp green salad, it’s sure to become a new family favorite! Keywords: vegan ground beef skillet, vegan corn skillet recipe, one-pan vegan dinner, plant-based comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 pound vegan ground beef
- 15 ounces canned corn, drained
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the vegan ground beef to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the drained corn and black beans, mixing well to combine.
Add the tomato paste, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat all the vegetables and vegan ground beef evenly.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.9 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5309 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.0 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 60.6 g | 216% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 134.5 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 537 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 4498 mg | 96% | |
*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.
