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High-Protein Ground Beef Veggie Bowl with colorful veggies in a white bowl

High-Protein Ground Beef Veggie Bowl

A nutrient-packed bowl featuring seasoned lean ground beef with colorful roasted vegetables over quinoa, delivering 35g of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef 93/7
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 large zucchini diced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium red onion sliced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Cook quinoa in beef broth according to package directions, about 15 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed.
  3. Step 3: Toss zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, and broccoli with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper on the baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Roast vegetables for 20-25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized, stirring once halfway through.
  5. Step 5: Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Step 6: Add ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon until browned and cooked through.
  7. Step 7: Season beef with garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, cooking for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  8. Step 8: Divide cooked quinoa among 4 bowls, top with seasoned ground beef and roasted vegetables.
  9. Step 9: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

For meal prep, store components separately and reheat when ready to eat. Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats.