Low Fat Ground Beef with Corn Skillet
Transform weeknight dinners with this quick and healthy Low Fat Ground Beef with Corn Skillet recipe! Featuring lean ground beef sautéed with a medley of diced onions, red bell peppers, and sweet corn, this savory dish is perfectly seasoned with bold chili powder and earthy cumin for a flavorful kick. A splash of low-sodium beef broth ties everything together into a hearty one-pan meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Garnished with fresh green onions for a burst of color and brightness, this high-protein, low-fat recipe is perfect for busy families looking for a nutritious and delicious dinner option. Serve it on its own or pair it with rice, quinoa, or a crisp side salad for a complete meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 0.5 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 sliced for garnish green onions
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet, and sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the lean ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink, about 7 minutes.
Step 5
Mix in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the beef is well coated with the spices.
Step 6
Stir in the frozen corn kernels and the low-sodium beef broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low.
Step 7
Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the corn is heated through and the flavors are well combined.
Step 8
Remove from heat, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1081.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1129.2 |
| Total Fat 50.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 281.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1644.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.1g | |
| Protein 104.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 90.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1190.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories