Are you ready to discover our favorite 22 Healthy Ground Beef Recipes! These recipes are not only healthy but also taste great. They’re all delish but we really love the Mexican Zucchini Skillet and Ground Beef and Broccoli. Let’s dive in!
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(By the way, if you like this list, you’ll love these ground beef without pasta recipes.)
Easy Beef Zucchini Boats
Looking for a way to cut some carbs without sacrificing flavor? Then you must try our easy zucchini boats. They’re full of tastebud-teasing ground beef, cheese, marinara sauce, and loads of flavor!
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Ingredients:
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup Italian cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Cut off the ends of the zucchini and slice them in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the middle part of the zucchini and throw it away.
- Place the hollow zucchini on a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the fat, remove the meat from the pan, and set it aside.
- In the same pan, cook the onion for 4 minutes until soft. Then add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the beef back into the pan with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and marinara sauce. Mix everything well and cook for 5 minutes.
- Spoon the meat mixture evenly into the zucchini halves. Bake them for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, sprinkle cheese on top of the zucchini and bake for another 3-5 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Sprinkle parsley on top and enjoy!
5 Amazing Beef Meatball Recipes
These five beef meatball recipes prove you can do much with just a pound of ground beef. We have buffalo, teriyaki, Korean BBQ, Swedish, and garlic parmesan here. You can keep these recipes healthier by using lean ground beef (90/10) and serving them with veggies.
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Easy Ground Beef Burritos
With lean ground beef, tomatoes, lettuce, rice and beans, easy ground beef burritos are a tasty yet healthful meal. Stuff them with nutrient-dense veggies like avocado or serve them with roasted sweet potatoes for a meal to be proud of!
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup Mexican shredded cheese
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- 4 extra large flour tortillas
- Shredded lettuce (optional)
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until it’s no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning to the beef and stir it in. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until the meat is fully covered with seasoning.
- Wrap the tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave them for 20-30 seconds to warm them up. Set them aside.
- Place a tortilla on a large cutting board. Put ¼ cup of rice a little below the middle of the tortilla. Then add ⅓ cup of beef, black beans, tomato, cheese, and lettuce (if you want).
- Fold the bottom of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold the sides in. Roll it up tightly, and if you want, wrap it in parchment paper to hold it together.
- Serve with sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!
Notes:
- To store burritos, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to five days.
- To freeze burritos, wrap each burrito individually in plastic wrap or parchment paper, then place them in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to three months.
- To reheat burritos, preheat the oven to 350 degrees, wrap them in foil, and bake them for 7-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
Mexican Zucchini Skillet
Healthy, easy, and delicious, all in the same pan?
Yep, that’s what you’ll get with this hearty ground beef 30 minute meal from Heather of Zucchini Zone.
It’s energizing with squash, tomatoes, onions, chiles, and b6-rich ground beef.
Plus, it’s ready in less than 30 minutes, including chopping your vegetables and browning the meat. We tried it, and it is perfect for weeknights!
Visit Zucchini Zone for the recipe.
Tater Tot Shepherd’s Pie
This simple Tater Tot Shepherd’s Pie is a tasty twist on the original. You’ve got ground beef, veggies, cheese, tots and other flavors for a fall dinner feast the whole family will love!
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Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ⅔ cup frozen peas and carrots
- ⅓ cup frozen corn
- 1 bag of frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the fat, remove the meat from the pan, and set it aside.
- In the same pan, cook the onions for 4 minutes until soft. Then add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the meat back and mix with the onion mixture. Sprinkle the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, broth, dried thyme, and parsley. Cook for 10 minutes or until the mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the frozen peas, carrots, and corn. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Top with shredded cheese, then add the tater tots. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
Notes:
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-5 days and cover with foil or plastic wrap.
- Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes or until the hotdish is heated through.
Easy Ground Beef Quesadillas
Tacos and burritos are good, but quesadillas with melty cheese and crispy tortillas are just as good, but they have one huge benefit. They are portable! Be sure to add healthy toppings like tomato, lettuce, and avocado.
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 cups Mexican shredded cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Other toppings: sour cream, salsa
Instructions:
- In a large pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it’s no longer pink about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning to the cooked beef and stir. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until the meat is fully coated.
- Lay one tortilla flat on a cutting board. Sprinkle some shredded cheese on one half of the tortilla. Add one or two spoonfuls of the cooked beef on top of the cheese. Sprinkle a little more cheese on top of the meat.
- Fold the tortilla in half so that the cheese and beef are covered.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly coat with oil. Place the folded quesadilla in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove the quesadilla from the pan, cut it into wedges, and serve with sour cream, salsa, or other desired toppings.
Ground Beef & Broccoli
Stephanie, The Cozy Cook, is all about easy and inexpensive meals the whole family will love.
So, this Chinese restaurant-inspired ground beef and broccoli with red bell pepper, onions, and sauce certainly fit that theme. But let’s talk more about that sauce for a moment, shall we? It’s a tempting concoction of beef broth, ground ginger, brown sugar, garlic, soy sauce, and other ingredients.
Visit The Cozy Cook for the recipe.
Greek-Style Meatloaf
This Greek-style meatloaf is nutritious and delish with sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Plus it’s absolutely brimming with flavor from garlic and herbs.This Greek-style meatloaf is nutritious and delish with sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Plus it’s absolutely brimming with flavor from garlic and herbs.
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Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chopped Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped dill
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350° degrees.
- Mix the breadcrumbs, egg, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, parsley, dill, garlic, oregano, salt, and ground beef in a big bowl. Stir until everything is just combined, but don’t mix too much. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Put the meat mixture on a baking sheet with parchment paper. Shape it into a loaf.
- Bake the meatloaf for 40-45 minutes or until the inside reaches 160 degrees.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Easy Ground Beef Tacos
Everyone knows about ground beef tacos. They were a staple in my household growing up. There’s nothing unhealthy about corn tacos, ground beef, tomatoes, and lettuce. Make them even healthier by adding avocado and draining the excess fat from the ground beef.
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
- 8 hard shell taco
Instructions:
- In a large pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until it’s no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning to the beef and stir it in. Let it cook for 2-3 more minutes until the meat is fully covered with seasoning.
- Divide the meat evenly among the taco shells.
- Top the tacos with shredded cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
- Serve with sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!
Keto Ground Beef Casserole with Cabbage
If you’re counting carbs for weight loss and health goals, this keto beef and cabbage casserole from Angela of Marathons & Motivation is on your weekly menu.
It’s mostly comprised of cabbage, mozzarella, tomato sauce, and of course, ground beef.
But there’s also a bunch of flavor with the ground sage, dried dill, and thyme.
You’ll have it ready for the oven in 20 minutes; from there, it takes just 35 minutes to bake.
Visit Marathons & Motivation for the recipe.
Korean Ground Beef Bowls
If you’re after Asian flavor, boy o, boy, do we have the dish for you! This Korean-inspired dish is packed to the hilt with flavor from gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and brown sugar. Serve with rice and a little more sauce and you’ve got a meal worthy of repeating.
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Ingredients:
Bowl
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- Pickled vegetables (optional)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions:
- Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the green onions, gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the sauce ingredients to a small saucepan. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved.
- Divide the rice between 4 bowls. Scoop meat on top, drizzle with extra sauce, and enjoy!
Notes:
- Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Easy Ground Beef Tostadas
Like the tacos above, ground beef tostadas can be a healthier Tuesday or Friday-night fun meal. Keep it on the healthier side with fresh vegetables like lettuce, tomato, avocado, and roasted corn.
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup refried beans
- ½ cup Mexican shredded cheese
- 8 Tostada shells
- Other toppings: lettuce, tomato, sour cream, salsa
Instructions:
- Cook the ground beef in a large pan until it’s no longer pink about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning to the beef and stir until it’s well-mixed.
- Warm the refried beans in a small pot for about 5 minutes and set them aside.
- Take one tostada shell and spread the warm refried beans on top. Then, add a layer of ground beef, shredded cheese, and other toppings.
- Repeat for all the tostada shells.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Beef Cabbage Soup
In the heart of winter, it doesn’t get more comforting than chunky soups like this beef cabbage soup from Meryl of Sungrown Kitchen.
Let’s see.
It’s substantial with carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, onions, beans, and tomatoes.
Oh, and then there’s the aromatics, garlic, parsley, and onions for a big flavor. You’re going to feel so good after a big bowl!
Visit Sungrown Kitchen for the recipe.
Greek-Style Stuffed Mushrooms
You’ll find no shortage of flavor in these Greek-style stuffed mushrooms. The filling is a tastebud-tingling mix of tomato sauce, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and seasonings atop a large mushroom. If you’re counting carbs, this one is a great option!
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Ingredients:
- 14 oz portabello mushrooms
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped chopped Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped dill
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 15 oz can tomato sauce
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- To clean the mushrooms, remove the stems and use a spoon to scoop out the dark gills inside.
- Brush both sides of the mushrooms with olive oil. Place them on a baking sheet with the cap facing down. Bake for 10 minutes.
- While the mushrooms bake, cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until it’s no longer pink. Drain the extra fat.
- Add feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, parsley, dill, oregano, garlic, and tomato sauce to the cooked beef. Mix everything well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon the meat mixture into the baked mushrooms and bake for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley on top and enjoy!
Bacon Cheeseburger Salad
If you define healthy as reducing simple carbs, then this bacon cheeseburger salad from Nicole of Fresh Apron has your name written all over it.
There’s no bun, so this burger is low, low-carb.
Instead, you’ll find browned ground beef well seasoned with paprika, garlic, and onion powders.
And to round out this cheeseburger representation, there’s also cheese, pickles, lettuce, and bacon.
Visit Fresh Apron for the recipe.
Ground Beef Slow Cooker Chili
This slow-cooker chili is so easy and so very good! It’s made with ground beef, two types of beans, tomato sauce, roasted tomatoes, and more. It’s healthy, convenient, and delicious.
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Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans (10 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 can (16 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons Liquid smoke (optional) can take it to 2 ½ tsp
Instructions:
- Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the fat, remove the meat from the pan, and set it aside.
- In the same pan, cook the onions for 4 minutes until soft. Then add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the meat, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the pan with onions and garlic. Stir to combine.
- Add the meat mixture to the slow cooker.
- Then, add the beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and liquid smoke. Stir to combine thoroughly.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
- Serve with shredded cheese, green onions, and sour cream. Enjoy!
Notes:
- Store chili in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
- You can freeze up to 6 months.
Meatloaf Muffins
One of the best things about these little meatloaf mounds from Shelly of Two Healthy Kitchens is that they are great for making ahead.
Plus, with a few simple swaps and alterations, Shelley made this meatloaf healthier than the meal prep company she once worked for.
For example, she uses much leaner ground beef (even leaner than ground turkey), and her recommended portions are much more, well, reasonable. Serve with roasted potatoes for a complete meal.
Visit Two Healthy Kitchens for the recipe.
Ground Beef And Sweet Potato Skillet
The aroma of this Southwestern ground beef and sweet potato 30 minute meal will have the whole family Running To The Kitchen.
But you’ll discover more than sweet potatoes and beef.
It’s a nutrient-rich one-pan meal with lots of onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, cheese, and even avocado.
Wow!
If that’s not a 30-minute meal, you can be proud to serve your family. What is?
Visit Running To The Kitchen for the recipe.
Which Healthy Ground Beef Recipes Will You Try First?
With so many delicious and nutritious ground beef recipes on this list, it can be hard to choose one! There’s a ground beef and sweet potato dish, stuffed acorn squash, ground beef, and broccoli, plus so many more! So, what will it be? Let us know!
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