Bell peppers can be stuffed with lean ground beef to make a healthy dish.
Ground beef is a very versatile meat that can be the main ingredient in many meals. While not all ground beef is healthy, many healthy ground beef dishes can be made by incorporating some that are made with lean cuts of meat. Meat that contains less than 10% fat is considered lean. When cooking with lean ground beef, it is important to drain any fat left in the pan after the meat is cooked to keep the dish healthy. Recipes that combine lean ground beef with vegetables and whole grains tend to be low in calories and fat, while providing protein and nutrients.
Lean ground beef can be the foundation of a healthy meal.
One of the most popular healthy ground beef dishes is spaghetti with meat sauce or meatballs. When making meatballs from ground beef, whole grain breadcrumbs should be used. A rich tomato sauce can be made with fresh or canned tomatoes, which are packed with nutrients. For a totally healthy dish, the sauce, with the meatballs or just the browned meat, can be served over whole wheat pasta.
Tacos made with lean ground beef are flavorful and healthier than regular ground beef.
Tacos made with lean ground beef are usually hearty and filling. The meat should be seasoned with a mixture of spices to give it more flavor. Whole wheat tortillas can contain the meat and then toppings such as lettuce, tomato, salsa, low-fat sour cream, and low-fat cheese can be added. Tacos are often served with Mexican rice, which can be made with long-grain brown rice to add additional nutrients and fiber.
Pasta Shells Stuffed with Cheese, Vegetables, and Ground Beef are a healthy dinner that’s easy to make.
There are also many soup recipes that are healthy ground beef dishes. These soups can be healthy and low in fat at the same time. Homemade or low-sodium beef broth should be used in these recipes. Adding vegetables to the dish provides additional flavor and texture, as well as plenty of vitamins. Several different vegetables can be ordered depending on the recipe.
Robusta sauce is a typical accompaniment to tacos and other Tex-Mex dishes made with ground beef.
Several healthy ground beef dishes call for the ground beef to be stuffed with a vegetable. Stuffed tomatoes or peppers are easy meals to prepare and usually consist of a flavorful, well-seasoned beef filling. Once stuffed, the tomatoes or peppers are usually roasted in the oven and result in a dish with a lot of flavor, nutrients and flavor.
Ground beef and mashed potatoes are essential ingredients in many versions of meatloaf.
Shepherd’s pie is a popular ground beef recipe that usually consists of a mixture of meat and vegetables covered in a mashed potato crust. In addition to using lean ground beef, this traditional dish can be made healthier by using pumpkin rind, sweet potatoes, or mashed carrots instead of mashed potatoes. Vegetables commonly found in a shepherd’s pie include sliced peas, carrots, onions and green beans.