Mexican Ground Beef Quinoa Skillet

Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this Mexican Ground Beef Quinoa Skillet—a wholesome, one-pan meal packed with bold flavors and vibrant ingredients! This recipe combines protein-rich quinoa, juicy ground beef, and hearty black beans with a medley of fresh vegetables like bell peppers, corn, and tomatoes. Infused with classic Mexican spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, every bite is brimming with warm, zesty notes. Ready in just 50 minutes, this family-friendly dish is perfect for busy weeknights and comes together effortlessly in a single skillet. Top it off with freshly squeezed lime juice, chopped cilantro, and optional melted cheese for a fiesta-worthy finish. Easy to make, nutrient-packed, and bursting with flavor, this Mexican Ground Beef Quinoa Skillet will quickly become a go-to recipe in your home!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup (uncooked) quinoa
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) onion
• 1 medium (diced) bell pepper
• 3 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 1 cup (fresh, canned, or frozen) corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon (optional for added heat) cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon (freshly squeezed) lime juice
• 0.25 cup (chopped, for garnish) cilantro
• 0.5 cup (optional, for topping) shredded cheese

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the ground beef to the other side and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until it is browned and fully cooked. Combine the beef with the vegetables.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until the beef and vegetables are evenly coated with the spices.

Step 6

Add the quinoa, diced tomatoes (with juices), black beans, corn, and chicken or vegetable broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Once the quinoa is tender, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lime juice.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro and optionally sprinkle with shredded cheese before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Mexican Ground Beef Quinoa Skillet!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2505.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2659.4

Total Fat 133.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 361.6mg	0%
Sodium 7782.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 35.9g
Protein 153.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 914.2mg	0%
Iron 25.0mg	0%
Potassium 3181.9mg	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: 43.7%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 33.9%