Keto Ground Beef and Peppers Skillet Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
- Lime wedges (for serving, optional)
- Avocado slices (for serving, optional)
- Cauliflower rice or lettuce leaves (for serving, optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and thinly slice the bell peppers.
- If you haven’t already, shred the cheddar cheese and chop the fresh cilantro.
- Cook Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet set over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they are soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until it is browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Bell Peppers and Seasonings:
- Once the ground beef is cooked, add the sliced bell peppers to the skillet.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the mixture.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Serve:
- Once the skillet is ready, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve hot with lime wedges and avocado slices on the side, if desired.
- For a complete meal, serve over cauliflower rice or wrap in lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sodium: 420mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 27g
Notes:
- This keto-friendly recipe is packed with protein and healthy fats, making it a satisfying meal option for those following a low-carb lifestyle.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite keto-friendly vegetables or adjusting the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight jar for up to three days. Simply reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
