Savory Beef and Bean Bowl with Apple-Avocado Salsa

Name: Savory Beef and Bean Bowl with Apple-Avocado Salsa
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 100g ground beef; 1/2 cup cooked beans (black or kidney); 1 small apple, diced; 1/2 avocado, diced; 1/4 cup cooked quinoa (optional); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lime juice; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

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20 minTotal time

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550kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

100g ground beef
1/2 cup cooked beans (black or kidney)
1 small apple, diced
1/2 avocado, diced
1/4 cup cooked quinoa (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Ingredient substitutions

Ground beef Ground turkey, cooked until browned and no longer pink
Black or kidney beans Cooked pinto beans
Quinoa An equal amount of cooked rice
Fresh cilantro Fresh flat-leaf parsley

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 550 kcal

Protein27 g

Carbohydrates48 g

Fat27 g

Fiber 12 g · Sugar 11 g · Sodium 550 mg

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This hearty beef and bean bowl is elevated with a fresh apple and avocado salsa, providing a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal!

Main Dish

Steps

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the cooked beans and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
In a bowl, combine the diced apple, avocado, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to create the salsa.
If using quinoa, place it at the bottom of a bowl, then add the beef and bean mixture on top.
Spoon the apple-avocado salsa over the top.
Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips for Savory Beef and Bean Bowl with Apple-Avocado Salsa

A good salsa has distinct apple cubes and creamy avocado pieces; avoid mashing it while mixing.
Keep the beef in small, tender crumbles; very dark, dry crumbles can make the bowl feel heavy.
For easier serving, use shallow bowls so the warm beef and beans and cool salsa stay in separate layers.

Drink pairing

A dry rosé
Its crisp fruitiness complements the apple and lime, while its freshness balances the savory beef and beans.

0% option: Sparkling water with lime

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and keep for 3–4 days. Store the salsa separately from the warm beef and beans; reheat the beef and beans until steaming hot, then add the chilled salsa.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare any part ahead?

Cook the quinoa and beef-bean mixture ahead and refrigerate them separately. Dice and combine the apple and avocado close to serving so the salsa stays fresh-looking.