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This healthy ground beef stir-fry is a quick and nutritious meal, packed with colorful vegetables and lean protein. It's perfect for busy weeknights and can be served over brown rice or quinoa for a complete dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 People
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet or wok
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 set measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced any color
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced fresh or ground
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa for serving

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan, sautéing for about 2 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.
  • Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  • Stir in the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Add the soy sauce, minced ginger, and red chili flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and serve the stir-fry over cooked brown rice or quinoa.
  • For added nutrition, consider incorporating other vegetables such as snap peas, zucchini, or baby corn.
  • To make this dish even healthier, consider using ground turkey or chicken as a substitute for ground beef.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasonings based on your taste preference; try adding sesame oil for a different flavor profile.

Notes

For added nutrition, you can incorporate other vegetables such as snap peas, zucchini, or baby corn.
To make this dish even healthier, consider using ground turkey or chicken as a substitute for ground beef.
Feel free to adjust the seasonings based on your taste preference; try adding sesame oil for a different flavor profile.