Whole30 Savory Ground Beef and Rice
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Whole30 Savory Ground Beef and Rice recipe, a healthy twist on a beloved classic! Featuring cauliflower rice as the perfect low-carb substitute, this dish is packed with flavor thanks to fragrant smoked paprika, ground cumin, and garlic. Coconut aminos add a touch of umami to complement the satisfying combination of tender ground beef and sautéed veggies like onion and bell pepper. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-skillet meal is ideal for busy lifestyles while remaining gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-compliant. Garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, it’s a wholesome, nutrient-rich dish that’s perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (diced) onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium (diced) bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 chopped green onions
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into florets and place them in a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower resembles the size and texture of rice. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for another 2 minutes until the bell pepper begins to soften.
Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the coconut aminos, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Add the processed cauliflower rice to the skillet and stir it into the beef mixture. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender and heated through.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.
Serve hot, dividing evenly among plates, and enjoy your Whole30 savory ground beef and cauliflower rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.0 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.8 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4440 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.8 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 97.4 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 4293 mg | 91% | |
*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.
