Sugar-Free Savory Ground Beef and Rice

Satisfy your cravings with this hearty and wholesome Sugar-Free Savory Ground Beef and Rice recipe, a perfect weeknight dinner for the whole family. Packed with nourishing ingredients like protein-rich ground beef, fiber-filled brown rice, and a vibrant medley of vegetables, this one-pan dish is both delicious and nutritious. Flavored with a robust mix of smoked paprika, ground cumin, and oregano, it delivers a comforting depth of flavor without added sugars, making it a great choice for clean eating. Simmered to perfection in beef broth and diced tomatoes, this recipe is easy to prepare, taking under an hour from start to finish. Garnish with fresh parsley for an aromatic finishing touch, and enjoy a satisfying, sugar-free meal that's as flavorful as it is filling!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups beef broth
• 14 ounces diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the diced bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef in the center.

Step 5

Cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 6

Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 7

Stir in the uncooked brown rice, beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juices), ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.

Step 9

Simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.

Step 10

Stir occasionally, and if the mixture becomes too dry, add a little more broth or water to maintain moisture.

Step 11

Once the rice is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1857.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1704.5

Total Fat 113.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 4936.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 94.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 336.8mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 2908.2mg	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: 58.5%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 19.8%