Description
A quick and savory rice bowl featuring ground beef, bell peppers, and melted mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. If there’s excess fat, drain it off.
- Toss in the chopped onion and bell peppers. Sauté for around 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Add the minced garlic and stir for another minute, allowing the aroma to fill the kitchen.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices, then add the cooked rice, soy sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Top the mixture with shredded mozzarella cheese, cover the skillet, and let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or zucchini.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg