Description
This High-Protein Ground Beef Bowl is a quick and filling meal made with seasoned ground beef, rice, fresh vegetables, and a creamy Greek yogurt sauce. It’s easy to customize and works well for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowls
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or white rice
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional
Creamy Yogurt Sauce
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons water, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Season: Drain excess fat if needed. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Make the sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add water until you reach your preferred consistency.
- Prepare the toppings: Chop the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, and red onion.
- Build the bowls: Divide the cooked rice between four bowls. Add the seasoned beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, corn, carrots, and red onion.
- Add the sauce: Drizzle the yogurt sauce over each bowl.
- Finish and serve: Add shredded cheese if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Storage
Store the beef, rice, and vegetables separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keep the sauce separate until serving.
Recipe Tips
- Use lean ground beef for a lighter bowl.
- Swap beef for ground turkey or chicken if you prefer.
- Add avocado for extra creaminess.
- Use quinoa instead of rice for a different base.
- Add black beans for extra fiber and protein.
- Make it spicy with chili flakes, hot sauce, or jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop