Dairy-Free Savory Ground Beef with Rice

Experience the perfect weeknight dinner with this comforting and flavorful Dairy-Free Savory Ground Beef with Rice. This quick and easy recipe combines tender ground beef, aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, and the richness of tomato paste for a hearty, umami-packed dish. Sautéed onions and vibrant red bell peppers add a satisfying crunch and sweetness, while green onions provide a fresh finishing touch. The dish is served over perfectly steamed long-grain white rice, creating a wholesome, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal your entire family will love. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy evenings when you crave bold flavors with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 stalks, chopped green onions

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Push the vegetables to the sides of the skillet and add the ground beef in the center. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the soy sauce, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well until everything is combined and cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped green onions.

Step 8

Serve the savory ground beef over the cooked rice. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1577.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1718.1

Total Fat 110.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 4448.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.0g
Protein 92.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232.7mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 2422.3mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 22.0%