Beef & Roasted Veg Bowl
Grass-fed beef over roasted seasonal vegetables with chimichurri.
- Meal Type: Lunch
- Dietary: Paleo, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
- Main Ingredient: Grass-Fed Ground Beef
- Servings: 4
- Cost per Serving: $8.00
- Prep Time: 30 min
Ingredients
Beef
- 1 lb grass-fed ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
Roasted Vegetables
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
From-Scratch Chimichurri
- 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, tightly packed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Roast the Vegetables
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20–22 minutes until caramelized and tender.
Make the Chimichurri
- Finely chop parsley and garlic (or pulse briefly in a food processor).
- Combine with red wine vinegar, olive oil, and chili flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside to meld.
Cook the Beef
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break apart.
- Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 7–8 minutes until browned.
Assemble the Bowl
- Divide roasted vegetables among four bowls.
- Top with seasoned beef and a generous spoonful of chimichurri.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Notes
Grass-fed beef is higher in omega-3 fatty acids and CLA than conventional beef. This bowl is paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free. The from-scratch chimichurri is packed with fresh herbs and healthy fats.