Description
Savor the perfect blend of sweet and spicy with this Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl, a quick and flavorful meal that elevates your dinner game in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup quinoa or rice
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mix of colors for visual appeal)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/3 cup hot honey
Instructions
- Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions. This can be done simultaneously while cooking the beef.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Break it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet. Stir in diced bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- Pour hot honey over the beef mixture, stirring well to coat all ingredients evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve cooked quinoa or rice in bowls, topping generously with the hot honey beef mixture.
- Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt on top, then sprinkle with sliced green onions for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 545
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Customize your bowl by adding vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms.- For an extra kick, consider incorporating chili flakes into the beef mixture.- If you prefer a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives.