Lean Beef & Veg Skillet Recipe

High-Protein & Low-Fat

Looking for a quick and nutritious dinner that keeps you full and fuels your workouts? This Lean Beef & Veg Skillet is what you need… packed with protein, fibre, and vitamins, and it’s ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or for anyone following a healthy lifestyle.

Why we love it

Lean protein: 5% beef mince helps build and repair muscles without excess fat.

Colourful veg & garlic: Broccoli, carrot, bell pepper, red onion, and garlic provide fibre, vitamins, and flavour.

One-pan simplicity: Minimal washing up, maximum flavour.

Beef & Veg Skillet Ingredients (Serves 3)

500g lean 5% beef mince

1 tbsp olive / organic rapeseed oil

1 red onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 bell pepper, sliced

1 carrot, grated

1 small head broccoli, cut into florets

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp parsley

2 tbsp tomato purée

Salt & black pepper

1 tsp apple cider vinger

1 tsp lime juice

Method

Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Cook red onion for 3–4 minutes until softened.

Add garlic and cook for a minute, until fragrant.

Add the beef mince, breaking it up, and cook until browned.

Season with paprika, cumin, parsley salt, and pepper.

Add the carrot, bell pepper, and broccoli; cook for 5–7 minutes until vegetables are tender but still vibrant.

Stir in the tomato purée and a couple tablespoons of water, to coat all the beef and veg.

Before serving, stir in the apple cider vinegar and / or lime juice, to brighten the dish.

Serve immediately, or divide into containers for meal prep.

Beef Skillet Serving Suggestions

Pair the Beef & Veg Skillet with wholegrain rice or quinoa for a post-workout fuel.

Keep it low-carb by serving with a side of greek yoghurt.

Perfect for batch cooking: keeps in the fridge for 3–4 days.

Nutritional Information (approx per serving)

Calories: 387 kcal |Protein: 36g | Fat: 13g | Carbs: 13g | Fibre: 7g

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