Whole30 Ground Beef with Corn Skillet
Savor a quick, hearty, and nutritious meal with this Whole30 Ground Beef with Corn Skillet! Brimming with bold flavors, this one-pan wonder features tender ground beef, sweet pops of fresh corn, and a medley of sautéed aromatics like onions, garlic, and bell peppers. A vibrant mix of chili powder, cumin, and a splash of zesty lime gives this dish a Southwest-inspired flair, while Whole30-compliant diced tomatoes make it a guilt-free choice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in under 45 minutes and serves up a wholesome, flavorful dinner that's gluten-free, dairy-free, and bursting with fresh ingredients. Enjoy it as is, or pile it over a bed of greens for a heartier option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (Whole30 compliant)
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it starts to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the bell pepper and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, and add the ground beef.
Break the ground beef into small pieces using a spatula and cook until browned about 5-7 minutes.
Mix the vegetables and beef together, then add the canned diced tomatoes and corn kernels.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Adjust seasonings to taste and sprinkle with fresh cilantro if using.
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.7 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 755 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 739 mg | 16% | |
*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.
