Southwest Beef Pintos

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavor-packed Southwest Beef Pintos recipe! Combining hearty ground beef, tender pinto beans, and vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper and onion, this one-pot wonder is infused with bold southwestern spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Simmered in a rich tomato base and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this dish delivers a satisfying, protein-rich meal ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for serving over rice, with warm tortillas, or alongside a crisp salad, this easy and versatile recipe is a crowd-pleaser that brings the vibrant flavors of the Southwest straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 cups pinto beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and diced tomatoes (with their juices), stirring until well combined.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and mix in the pinto beans. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Serve hot, optionally with rice, tortillas, or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1430.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1640.4

Total Fat 98.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 4024.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 106.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 340.9mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 3440.6mg	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: 51.5%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 23.7%