Simple Healthy Ground Beef Skillet
This one pan meal is a reliable favorite for busy weeknights when you want something hearty but healthy.
recipesbynani.comGround beef is such a staple in my kitchen because it is affordable and cooks up in a flash. This recipe keeps things light by focusing on fresh vegetables and simple seasonings so you get all the comfort without feeling weighed down.
My biggest tip for this dish is to make sure you brown the beef really well before adding the veggies. That little bit of caramelization on the meat makes the whole meal taste so much better.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- 2
Add the ground beef to the pan and break it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- 3
Once the beef is browned and no longer pink, add the diced onion and bell pepper.
- 4
Cook the vegetables with the beef for about five minutes until they soften up.
- 5
Stir in the garlic and dried oregano, cooking for just one minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add the baby spinach to the pan and toss gently until it wilts.
- 7
Season everything with salt and pepper, then serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
💡 Tips
Serve this over a bed of fluffy quinoa or brown rice for extra fiber. If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. It reheats perfectly in the microwave for a quick lunch the next day.
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