NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5.25 oz 93% lean ground beef

0.5 cup canned black beans

1 cup red bell pepper

0.5 cup yellow onion

0 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 cup tomato sauce

1 tsp chili powder

0.5 tsp smoked paprika

0.5 tsp ground cumin

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

• 2

  Add the diced yellow onion and red bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and slightly charred.

• 3

  Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked through.

• 4

  Stir in the chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper, ensuring the meat and vegetables are evenly coated.

• 5

  Add the rinsed black beans and tomato sauce to the mixture, stirring well to combine.

• 6

  Reduce the heat to low and allow the skillet to simmer for 5-7 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the sauce thicken slightly.

• 7

  Remove from heat and serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice.