Ground Beef and Lentils is high in protein and fiber all made in one skillet. Loaded with vegetables, including bell peppers, mushrooms, onion, and diced tomatoes. Enjoy on its own or over pasta for a filling meal.
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Why You’ll Love Ground Beef and Lentils Skillet
I’m always looking for ways to add more fiber to my meals and lentils are an easy way to get fiber and add extra protein. This Ground Beef and Lentils Skillet was inspired by meat sauce for pasta. It has the classic beef, tomatoes, garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning with added fiber and nutrients from lentils, bell peppers, and mushrooms.
Each serving has 35.5 grams protein and 7 grams fiber. Pair Ground Beef and Lentils with pasta or rice for a filling and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
- Olive oil: healthy fat to sauté the onion and garlic.
- Onion: has antioxidants and provides flavor.
- Garlic: more antioxidants and flavor.
- Ground beef: the main protein source. I used lean ground beef.
- Italian seasoning & paprika: seasonings for flavor.
- Bell pepper: high in vitamins C and A, plus adds fiber.
- Mushrooms: a source of B vitamins, vitamin D, selenium, and copper.
- Lentils: the main fiber source that is also rich in polyphenols. I used red lentils for a quicker cooking time.
- Diced tomatoes: more vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene.
- Broth: liquid for lentils to absorb and adds flavor.
How to Make Ground Beef and Lentils Skillet
In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Then, add onion and cook for about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add ground beef and break up into pieces. Cook for 5-6 minutes, then mix in Italian seasoning and paprika.
Add bell pepper and mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes. Then, add lentils, tomatoes, and broth. Stir to ensure lentils are covered by broth. Bring to a boil. Then, reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until lentils are fully cooked.
Tips:
- Enjoy over pasta or rice for a filling and satisfying meal!
- Store in the refrigerator for about 4 days.
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Ground Beef and Lentils Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 white onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup diced mushrooms
- 1 cup dry red lentils
- 1 (15 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
- 2 1/2 cups broth
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Then, add onion and cook for about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef and break up into pieces. Cook for 5-6 minutes, then mix in Italian seasoning and paprika.
- Add bell pepper and mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes. Then, add lentils, tomatoes, and broth. Stir to ensure lentils are covered by broth. Bring to a boil. Then, reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until lentils are fully cooked.
Notes
- Enjoy over pasta or rice for a filling and satisfying meal!
- Store in the refrigerator for about 4 days.
