Ground Beef with Corn Skillet

Elevate weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Ground Beef with Corn Skillet! Packed with vibrant vegetables like green bell peppers, sweet canned corn, and aromatics such as onion and garlic, this one-pan wonder is seasoned to perfection with cumin and paprika for a comforting, Southwestern-inspired taste. The ground beef is browned to tender perfection, then coated in rich tomato paste for a hint of tang. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal for busy families—it’s a savory, hearty meal that pairs beautifully with rice, warm tortillas, or can even double as a taco filling. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a pop of freshness, it’s a satisfying and budget-friendly dinner idea you’ll want to add to your recipe rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 400 grams, drained canned corn
• 1 medium, chopped green bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped green bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine with the beef and vegetables.

Step 7

Stir in the drained corn and let the mixture cook for 4-5 more minutes until everything is heated through.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot, either on its own or with rice, tortillas, or as a filling for tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1286.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1875.2

Total Fat 121.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 345.1mg	0%
Sodium 3594.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 98.4g	0%

Vitamin D 31.0IU	0%
Calcium 201.2mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2601.3mg	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: 57.0%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 22.6%