High Protein Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl
A quick and satisfying mix of sweet, spicy, and savory beef glazed with hot honey, served over rice or quinoa with fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons hot honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (e.g., parsley, cilantro)
Instructions
- Cook 1 cup of rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30–60 seconds).
- Add 1 lb ground beef to the skillet, break it up, and cook until fully browned, about 5–7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons hot honey, mixing well to coat the beef evenly. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add 1 cup mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir until tender but still bright, about 2–4 minutes.
- Serve the mixture over the cooked rice or quinoa and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Can be served with a wedge of lemon or extra fresh herbs for brightness. Adjust honey/spice level to suit tastes.