Description

Beef Rice Bowls with Bell Peppers & Onions are a vibrant and satisfying meal featuring tender ground beef, sweet bell peppers, and savory onions served over fluffy basmati rice. This dish combines bold flavors and beautiful colors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. It’s easy to prepare and customizable to suit various dietary preferences, ensuring everyone at the table will enjoy a delicious serving!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup basmati rice
2 cups water
1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
1 medium sweet onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine the rice and water, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of cooking until fragrant.
Push vegetables to one side of the skillet; add ground beef to the other side. Break apart and cook until browned (about 5-8 minutes) while seasoning with salt and pepper.
Pour soy sauce over the beef mixture once cooked through; stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Fluff cooked rice with a fork and serve topped with the beef mixture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Substitute ground turkey or tofu for a different protein option. Add additional vegetables like snap peas or carrots for added crunch. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.