Spiced Ground Beef for Stuffing Vegetables

Transform your stuffed vegetable dishes into irresistible masterpieces with this easy and flavorful Spiced Ground Beef for Stuffing Vegetables recipe. This versatile filling combines tender ground beef with the warm, aromatic flavors of cumin, cinnamon, and paprika, perfectly balanced by the freshness of parsley and the richness of tomato paste. Cooked rice adds hearty texture, while optional toasted pine nuts provide a delightful crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this filling is ideal for stuffing classics like bell peppers, zucchini, or eggplants, elevating them into a savory, spice-infused delight. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe guarantees unbeatable flavor in every bite! Keywords: spiced ground beef, stuffing vegetables, savory beef filling, easy stuffing recipe, stuffed peppers filling, dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the ground cumin, ground cinnamon, paprika, and dried oregano. Mix well and cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it is well incorporated into the meat mixture.

Step 7

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 8

Add the cooked rice to the skillet and mix until evenly combined.

Step 9

If using, toast the pine nuts separately in a small dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden, then add to the beef mixture.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 11

Let the mixture cool slightly, then use it to stuff your choice of prepared vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, eggplants, or tomatoes.

Step 12

Follow your desired stuffed vegetable recipe for baking or cooking the stuffed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(919.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1886.7

Total Fat 135.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 354.0mg	0%
Sodium 2728.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 10.0g
Protein 96.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 187.4mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 2086.6mg	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: 63.1%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 16.9%