45g Protein Ground Beef Bowl for Easy Dinners
This 45g protein ground beef bowl is a quick, hearty dinner made with lean beef, veggies, and rice. Easy to customize, meal prep-friendly, and ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb lean ground beef (90–93% lean)
2 cups cooked brown or white rice (or cauliflower rice)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 zucchini, sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings: scallions, sesame seeds, sriracha mayo, lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook rice or cauliflower rice and set aside.
- Roast or sauté bell pepper, zucchini, and onion until tender.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add ground beef and cook 6–8 minutes until browned.
- Add garlic, ginger, and season with soy sauce. Cook 1–2 more minutes.
- Assemble bowls with rice, beef, and veggies.
- Add toppings and drizzle with sauce if desired.
Notes
Use ground turkey or plant-based crumbles as a substitute.
Add spinach, carrots, or shredded cabbage for more veggies.
Double the recipe for easy meal prep.