Low Carb Ground Beef with Bell Peppers

Savor the bold, vibrant flavors of this Low Carb Ground Beef with Bell Peppers—a quick and easy one-skillet meal perfect for busy weeknights! Packed with protein and nutrient-rich vegetables, this dish combines juicy ground beef with a colorful trio of sweet bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and onion. Seasoned with soy sauce, cumin, paprika, and chili powder, every bite is bursting with smoky, savory, and slightly tangy notes. Ready in just 35 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe is as wholesome as it is satisfying. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing finish, and enjoy it as a stand-alone meal or paired with cauliflower rice for an extra low-carb option!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large bell pepper (red)
• 1 large bell pepper (green)
• 1 large bell pepper (yellow)
• 1 small onion
• 3 cloves garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional)
• 4 wedges lime wedges (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables: deseed the bell peppers and chop them into 1-inch pieces. Finely dice the onion, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the red, green, and yellow bell peppers. Cook for another 5 minutes until the peppers start to soften.

Step 5

Season the mixture with soy sauce, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.

Step 6

Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

If using, sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot, with lime wedges on the side for an extra tangy kick.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1150.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1491.1

Total Fat 110.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 2702.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 86.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 159.3mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 2496.5mg	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: 64.5%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 13.0%