Dairy-Free Savory Ground Beef and Rice

Packed with flavor and ready in just 50 minutes, this Dairy-Free Savory Ground Beef and Rice is a one-pan comfort food classic that's perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender ground beef is sautéed with aromatic onion and garlic, then combined with wholesome vegetables like red bell pepper, carrot, celery, and peas in a medley of savory seasonings. Simmered with fluffy rice in a rich broth infused with tomato paste, soy sauce, and herbs, this hearty dish is entirely dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Easy to prepare and loaded with protein and veggies, it’s a nourishing meal that serves four and is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a delicious, nutrient-packed dinner that both kids and adults will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 stalk celery stalk, diced
• 1 cup white or brown rice
• 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped red bell pepper, diced carrot, and celery, cooking for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

Add in the rice, stirring to combine with the beef and vegetables.

Step 7

Pour in the broth, tomato paste, soy sauce, black pepper, salt, thyme, and oregano. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.

Step 9

Add the frozen peas to the skillet and stir. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your savory, dairy-free ground beef and rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1841.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1819.9

Total Fat 111.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 5778.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 98.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 289.6mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 3153.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.3%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 24.4%