Vegetarian Ground Beef with Corn Skillet
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and hearty Vegetarian Ground Beef with Corn Skillet! Packed with plant-based protein, sweet kernels of corn, and bold, smoky spices like cumin, paprika, and chili powder, this easy one-pan meal is bursting with flavor in every bite. Sautéed onions, garlic, and bell peppers create a savory base, while a zesty tomato sauce ties the dish together for a perfectly balanced finish. Topped with fresh cilantro and served alongside lime wedges for a pop of brightness, this customizable skillet recipe is ideal for busy cooks craving a quick, nourishing, and satisfying dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for four servings, this vegetarian skillet is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Bell pepper, diced
- 1 pound Vegetarian ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 15 ounces Canned corn kernels, drained
- 8 ounces Tomato sauce
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the diced bell pepper to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add vegetarian ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and heated through.
Stir in cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine the spices with the ground beef.
Add the drained corn kernels and tomato sauce. Stir everything together until well combined.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve hot, with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over individual servings as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.1 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4423 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.9 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.8 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 78.8 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 359 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 3012 mg | 64% | |
*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.
