Beef and Pepper Rice Bowls
Beef and Pepper Rice Bowls are a vibrant, hearty dish perfect for any weeknight dinner or family gathering. This recipe features tender ground beef sautéed with colorful bell peppers and jalapeños, all served over a bed of comforting rice. Not only is it quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, but it also offers endless customization for everyone at the table. Whether you enjoy it spicy or prefer a milder flavor, these bowls are packed with nutrition and taste, making them an instant favorite for both kids and adults. Make extra for meal prep; they reheat beautifully throughout the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and jalapeño; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in ground beef and cook until browned, breaking apart clumps.
- Drain excess fat if necessary and return to heat.
- Mix in soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; simmer to meld flavors.
- Serve the beef mixture over cooked rice with optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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