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High-Protein Beef Lunch Bowls

High-Protein Beef Lunch Bowls

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  • Author: INAYA
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls 1x

Description

These high-protein beef lunch bowls are my go-to when I want something nourishing, comforting, and easy to prepare ahead. I combine juicy seasoned beef with wholesome grains and fresh vegetables to create a balanced bowl that keeps me full and energized. Perfect for busy weekdays, meal prep, or a cozy lunch at home, this recipe brings simple ingredients together with big, satisfying flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 500 g lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. I heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. I add the chopped onion and cook it until soft and lightly golden.
  3. I stir in the garlic and let it release its aroma for about 30 seconds.
  4. I add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
  5. I season the beef with paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
  6. I warm the chickpeas in the same skillet for a minute to absorb the flavors.
  7. I prepare my bowls by adding a base of cooked rice or quinoa.
  8. I top with the seasoned beef, chickpeas, tomatoes, and cucumber.
  9. I mix the Greek yogurt with lemon juice and drizzle it over the bowls.
  10. I finish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

I often swap brown rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice depending on what I have. These bowls keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days, making them perfect for meal prep. If you like heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or a spoon of harissa.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg

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