NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz 93% lean ground beef

0.25 cup dry quinoa

0.5 cup water

0 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup red bell pepper

0.25 cup red onion

1 clove garlic

1 cup baby spinach

1 tbsp tamari

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

PREPARATION

• 1

  Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.

• 2

  In a small saucepan, combine the quinoa and water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.

• 3

  While the quinoa cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 4

  Add the ground beef to the skillet, seasoning with sea salt and black pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles.

• 5

  Stir in the diced red onion and red bell pepper, sautéing for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

• 6

  Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for another 60 seconds until fragrant.

• 7

  Pour the tamari over the beef mixture and stir well to incorporate the flavors.

• 8

  Add the baby spinach to the skillet and toss gently for 1 minute until the leaves are just wilted.

• 9

  Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and divide it into bowls.

• 10

  Top the quinoa with the beef and vegetable mixture and serve immediately.