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Ground Beef Chimichurri Bowls

Ground Beef Chimichurri Bowls: Flavor-Packed Joy in a Bowl

Discover the joy of Ground Beef Chimichurri Bowls, a flavorful dinner that comes together in 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Argentinian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 bunch fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro optional
  • 4 cloves garlic fresh, minced
  • 2 tbsp red onion or shallot
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil quality oil recommended
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Ground Beef
  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15 recommended
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder optional
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil for searing
Bowl Base
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or quinoa or cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 large avocado
  • 1/2 cup pickled red onions
  • optional veggies sliced radishes or cucumbers
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Finely chop the fresh parsley and optional cilantro, then mix in minced garlic, finely diced red onion, and red pepper flakes. Stir in the red wine vinegar and let this vibrant chimichurri sauce rest for about 5 minutes.
  2. Incorporate the olive oil into the chimichurri mixture by slowly whisking it in with a pinch of kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil. Place the ground beef in the pan, flattening it into a single layer. Allow it to sear undisturbed for about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Break apart the beef with a spatula, then season it with smoked paprika, ground cumin, onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Continue cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in about 2 tablespoons of the chimichurri sauce. Toss to coat the meat uniformly.
  6. To build your bowls, start with a base of cooked jasmine rice or quinoa in each bowl, then layer the herbed beef mixture on top, followed by slices of creamy avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and a generous scoop of pickled onions.
  7. Finish your bowls by drizzling extra chimichurri over the top and squeezing fresh lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Avoid using a food processor for the chimichurri. Make chimichurri sauce in advance to save time and deepen flavors.

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