Description
This Beef & Veggie Bowls recipe features a balanced combination of lean ground beef and roasted fresh vegetables, all brought together with a creamy, tangy comeback sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a nutritious and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 20 - 24 oz fresh broccoli florets (approximately two 12 oz or two 10 oz bags)
- 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts
- 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced into strips
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Beef
- 1 lb lean ground beef (93/7 blend, or substitute ground turkey)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
Comeback Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp Tabasco sauce
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 425°F to prepare for roasting the vegetables evenly.
- Prepare the broccoli. Cut any large broccoli florets into halves or thirds to ensure even cooking, then spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Prepare the Brussels sprouts. Trim the bottoms and peel away the first layer of leaves to remove any dirt or brown spots, then place the sprouts beside the broccoli on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Slice and add bell pepper. Cut the bell pepper into strips and arrange them in a single layer alongside the other vegetables on the baking sheet.
- Season and roast vegetables. Drizzle the olive oil over all the vegetables, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Cook the ground beef. While vegetables roast, add ground beef to a skillet over medium-high heat. Use a spatula to crumble the meat and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned. Drain excess grease if needed. Season with salt, pepper, and chili powder, then remove from heat.
- Make the comeback sauce. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice, Tabasco, paprika, garlic powder, ground mustard, and salt. Stir until fully blended and smooth.
- Assemble the bowls. Divide the roasted vegetables among four bowls. Top each with the cooked ground beef and a generous dollop of comeback sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for lean ground beef for a lighter option.
- Adjust Tabasco in the comeback sauce to your preferred spice level.
- If your ground beef has a higher fat content, be sure to drain the excess grease after cooking.
- For an even healthier version, consider using low-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt in the comeback sauce.
- Roasted vegetables can be varied to include other favorites such as carrots or cauliflower if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
