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Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl

Savory Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl: Quick Comfort in One Bowl

A comforting Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl combining tender ground beef and vibrant bell peppers, all in a savory soy sauce goodness. Perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitution: Olive oil or vegetable oil for dairy-free option
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Diced, seeds removed for less heat
For the Main Dish
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitution: Ground turkey or mushrooms for lighter option
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low sodium recommended for healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For fresh flavor, substitute with minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
For Serving
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Any type works, such as white, brown, or jasmine

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of butter. Allow it to melt completely.
  2. Once the butter is melted, add 1 diced onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, 1 diced red bell pepper, and 1 diced jalapeño. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Incorporate 1 pound of ground beef into the skillet and cook for about 6–8 minutes until browned.
  4. Carefully drain any excess grease from the skillet and return to medium heat.
  5. Add in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and cracked black pepper to taste. Stir thoroughly for 2 minutes.
  6. Serve the beef and pepper mixture over 1 cup of cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep; batch-cook and store single servings for convenient weekday lunches or dinners.

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