Low Fat Savory Beef and Rice

Satisfy your cravings with this Low Fat Savory Beef and Rice recipe—a wholesome, flavor-packed dish that's perfect for a hearty yet healthy meal. Featuring lean ground beef, fragrant spices like dried thyme and oregano, and nutrient-rich vegetables such as carrots, red bell peppers, and onions, this dish combines deliciously seasoned protein with tender white rice cooked to perfection. A touch of olive oil keeps things light, while low sodium beef broth and tomato paste add depth to every bite. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is ideal for busy weeknights, offering a balanced, filling option with minimal cleanup. Garnished with fresh parsley, it's a beautifully simple dish that proves healthy eating doesn’t have to sacrifice flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef (at least 95% lean)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup low sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup dry white rice
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and diced carrot, and sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pepper begins to soften.

Step 3

Add the lean ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the beef broth and tomato paste, mixing until the tomato paste is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Add the dry white rice, dried thyme, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt to the skillet. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Pour 2 cups of water into the skillet, stirring to incorporate everything.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish cooking.

Step 9

Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful, low fat savory beef and rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1758.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1590.6

Total Fat 38.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 1761.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 119.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 216.4mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 3047.1mg	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: 21.9%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 47.6%