Description
A nutritious and flavorful one-dish meal featuring ground beef, quinoa, and mixed vegetables for a delightful and hearty dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) beans (black or kidney), drained and rinsed
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is soft and lightly golden.
- Add the ground beef, cooking until browned, season with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika.
- Stir in quinoa, beans, and mixed vegetables; add 2 cups of water or broth.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
Ensure to brown the ground beef properly for best flavor. Adjust cooking times for different substitutions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg