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High Protein Ground Beef Power Bowls

High Protein Ground Beef Power Bowls for a Energizing Meal

Delicious High Protein Ground Beef Power Bowls provide a wholesome and energizing meal packed with flavor and nutrients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Lean ground beef (90–96% lean)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil To sauté beef
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Finely diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust for heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 pinch Black pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Adjust to taste
  • Water As needed to adjust consistency
For the Grains
  • 1 cup Brown rice or quinoa Mixed for best texture
  • 2 cups Water or low-sodium broth For cooking grains
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt For grains
For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 large Sweet potato Peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper Cut into strips
  • 2 cups Broccoli Cut into florets
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For seasoning
  • 1 pinch Salt To taste
  • 1 pinch Black pepper To taste
For the Toppings
  • 1 can Canned black beans or kidney beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Canned or frozen corn
  • ½ cup Plain Greek yogurt For topping
  • 1 cup Shredded reduced-fat cheese
  • ¼ cup Pumpkin seeds (pepitas) or sunflower seeds
  • 1 ripe Avocado Sliced or diced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • ¼ small Red onion Thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1 whole Lime Cut into wedges
  • Hot sauce or salsa To taste
For the Optional Greek Yogurt Lime Sauce
  • ½ cup Plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ medium Juice of lime
  • 1 clove Fresh garlic Very finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Pepper
  • Water As needed to thin

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Rinse the brown rice or quinoa under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, bring water or broth and salt to boil. Add grains, stir, cover, and simmer until tender.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss sweet potato, red bell pepper, and broccoli florets with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast until tender.
  3. In a skillet, add olive oil and sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic. Crumble in ground beef, cook until browned.
  4. Stir in soy sauce, tomato paste, spices, and adjust with water. Cook for a few minutes until combined.
  5. In a saucepan, combine black beans and corn, add water, salt, and pepper. Heat until warmed through.
  6. For yogurt sauce, whisk Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and season with salt and pepper. Add water for desired consistency.
  7. Prepare fresh toppings: halve tomatoes, slice red onion, chop cilantro, and prepare lime and avocado.
  8. Assemble bowls with grains, beef, roasted vegetables, beans, toppings, and yogurt sauce. Serve with lime juice and hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These bowls are easily customizable for meal prep or feeding a crowd. Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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