Name: Irresistible High-Protein Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl in 30 Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Ground Beef; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 tsp Garlic Powder; 1 tsp Onion Powder; 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black Pepper; 1/4 cup Hot Honey; 2 cups Cooked Rice (or Quinoa); 1 cup Black Beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup Corn; 1/2 cup Diced Red Onion; 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro

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Introduction

This Irresistible High-Protein Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl is a quick and flavorful meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Packed with savory spices, sweet heat, and wholesome ingredients, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

The image shows a white bowl with four main layers arranged side by side: soft crumbled white cottage cheese on the top right, bright orange roasted sweet potato cubes on the bottom right, dark brown seasoned ground beef on the bottom left, and thinly sliced light green avocado fanned out on the top left. A drizzle of dark sauce runs over the avocado slices. A brass spoon rests inside the bowl on the right side. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface, and a glass of light orange juice is partially visible behind it. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb Ground Beef
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
1/4 cup Hot Honey
2 cups Cooked Rice (or Quinoa)
1 cup Black Beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup Corn
1/2 cup Diced Red Onion
1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro

Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2: Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned.
Step 3: Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Step 4: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to allow the spices to bloom.
Step 5: Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the hot honey over the beef, stirring to combine.
Step 6: Divide the cooked rice or quinoa between bowls.
Step 7: Top each bowl with the seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
Step 8: Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Tips & Variations

Adjust the amount of hot honey to suit your preferred spice level.
Substitute any grain or cooked vegetable you like, such as farro or roasted sweet potatoes.
For a lower-carb alternative, replace the rice with cauliflower rice.
Use fresh lime juice over the finished bowls for a bright, zesty note.

Storage

Store leftover bowls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through, and add fresh cilantro before serving to revive the flavors.

How to Serve

The image shows a white bowl with four main layers of food arranged side by side. On the left, there is a portion of cooked ground meat with a brown color and crumbly texture. Next to it, thin slices of green avocado are fanned out neatly. To the right of the avocado, there is a scoop of white cottage cheese with a lumpy texture. Lastly, on the far right, there are small cubed pieces of sweet potatoes with an orange color and slightly crispy edges. A golden spoon is placed inside the bowl. The bowl rests on a white marbled surface with a glass of orange juice visible in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef?

Yes, ground turkey or chicken works well as a leaner substitute. Cook and season them the same way, but keep an eye on the cooking time as they may cook slightly faster.

What is hot honey, and where can I buy it?

Hot honey is a sweet and spicy honey infused with chili peppers. You can find it in most grocery stores, specialty food shops, or online. Alternatively, you can make your own by warming honey with red pepper flakes.