Description
Simple, affordable, and nutritious meals perfect for families on a budget.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 can black beans (15 oz)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook brown rice according to package instructions.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in cooked rice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Swap brown rice for quinoa if preferred.
- Add shredded cheese or avocado for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: healthy, budget, family meals, easy recipes