Whole30 Savory Ground Beef with Beans

Dive into a hearty and wholesome dinner with this Whole30 Savory Ground Beef with Beans recipe, a perfect choice for anyone following a Whole30-compliant lifestyle. Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots, this dish combines tender ground beef with bold seasonings like chili powder and cumin, all simmered with the subtle sweetness of coconut aminos and juicy canned tomatoes. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a quick and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Top it off with fresh cilantro for an herby finish and serve it alone or alongside cauliflower rice for a complete, satisfying meal. This protein-packed recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and brimming with mouthwatering flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 large bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 14.5 ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook and crumble it until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the skillet if necessary.

Step 6

Mix in the bell pepper, zucchini, and grated carrot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 7

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes along with their juices.

Step 8

Add the coconut aminos, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything to combine thoroughly.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1588.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1557.2

Total Fat 109.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 329.3mg	0%
Sodium 3892.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.7g
Protein 88.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 340.1mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 3462.7mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 16.8%