Description
Beef and Pepper Rice Bowls are a vibrant and fulfilling meal that brings together hearty ground beef, fresh bell peppers, and a hint of spice from jalapenos. This dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 35 minutes—but also versatile enough for various occasions. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner or entertaining friends, these rice bowls will satisfy everyone at the table. The colorful ingredients create a visually appealing plate, while the combination of flavors ensures every bite is exhilarating. Plus, with easy options for customization and serving, you can tailor it to your taste preferences. Elevate your meal experience with simple garnishes like chopped cilantro or creamy avocado, or enjoy it as a meal prep option for quick lunches throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- Optional: rice for serving
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and jalapeno; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in ground beef; cook until browned and no longer pink.
- Drain excess fat; return mixture to heat.
- Pour in soy sauce along with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; mix well.
- Serve over cooked rice if desired and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg