300 Cal Mexican Skillet

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 0
300 Cal Mexican Skillet with Salsa and Ground Beef
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 lb ground round
16 ounces diced tomatoes , undrained
2/3 cup salsa
1 cup chopped yellow onion
2 tablespoons diced red peppers
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups cooked white rice
1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1/2 cup light sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onion

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
300
Sugar
8g
Fat
10g
This 300 Cal Mexican Skillet combines the flavors of ground beef, sweet tomatoes, and bold spices to create a tasty and healthy dinner option. The dish is also a perfect way to use up any leftover rice that you may have in your fridge. This recipe yields 4 servings, making it a great option for meal prepping or feeding a small family. With the addition of nonfat yogurt and light sour cream, this dish is both delicious and nutritious, and can be enjoyed guilt-free!

Instructions

1.In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until brown; drain.
2.Add tomatoes, salsa, onion, red peppers, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and turmeric into the same skillet.
3.Cook and stir until the ingredients are well combined and heated through.
4.Divide cooked rice onto 4 serving plates, followed by the cooked beef mixture.
5.Top each serving with a dollop of yogurt, sour cream, and green onions.
6.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This simple yet flavorful skillet dish is easy to make and has only 300 calories per serving, making it a great option for a healthy dinner.

The combination of beef, tomatoes, and spices packs a punch of flavor without adding unnecessary calories.

This dish is also a great source of protein, fiber, and Vitamin C.

CONS

If you are sensitive to spicy food, you may want to adjust the amount of chili powder and salsa used in this recipe.

This dish contains rice, which may not be suitable for everyone depending on their dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great choice for those looking to eat healthy and maintain a balanced diet.
The lean ground beef is an excellent source of protein, while the tomatoes and spices provide dietary fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Adding nonfat yogurt and light sour cream on top of this dish can also provide a good source of calcium and probiotics.

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