Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted if preferred)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion and bell peppers.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned throughout (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced bell peppers and spices; cook until veggies soften (around 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in canned tomatoes and stir well; let simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- If using cheese, sprinkle over the mixture before serving; allow it to melt slightly under the lid.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg