Description
A vibrant, protein-packed dinner that comes together in just 25 minutes. Creamy hummus, fluffy rice, spiced beef, and crisp vegetables make a bold, balanced, and customizable meal.
Ingredients
Spiced Ground Beef
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1 lb ground beef (85/15) – or ground turkey/chicken/lentils for swaps
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp cumin
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½ tsp garlic powder (or 2–3 minced garlic cloves)
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½ tsp salt
Bowl Base & Toppings
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8 cups cooked white or brown rice (cook in broth for extra flavor)
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2 cups hummus (classic or flavored)
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1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 English cucumber, diced
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½ red onion, thinly sliced
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2 cups Kalamata olives, sliced or whole
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4 oz crumbled feta (or vegan feta/nutritional yeast)
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½ cup chopped fresh parsley
Optional Variations
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Crunchy nuts: toasted pine nuts, slivered almonds
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Heat: red pepper flakes, harissa, or hot sauce
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Herbs: fresh dill or mint
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Base swap: quinoa, couscous, or cauliflower rice
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Plant-based: roasted chickpeas instead of beef
Instructions
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Cook the Beef:
Heat a skillet over medium. Add ground beef and let sit 1 min before stirring to develop a sear. Sprinkle in oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Cook until fully browned. Drain excess fat if needed. -
Prep Vegetables:
Halve tomatoes, dice cucumber, thinly slice onion, and chop parsley. Fluff rice. -
Assemble Bowls:
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Start with a scoop of rice in a large bowl.
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Add a generous swoosh of hummus.
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Top with spiced beef.
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Add tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives.
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Finish with crumbled feta and chopped parsley.
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Optional Toppings & Drizzle:
Toasted nuts, fresh herbs, or a drizzle of tzatziki/tahini. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
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Meal Prep: Store beef, rice, hummus, and veggies separately for up to 4 days. Warm rice and beef before serving.
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Hummus Storage: Drizzle olive oil over the surface to keep it creamy.
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Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt, spices, or lemon juice as needed.