Mixed Ground Beef Skillet with Vegetables and Seasonings

A hearty, flavorful ground beef recipe with assorted ingredients for an easy weeknight main dish. Quick to prepare, satisfying, and versatile.

This mixed ground beef skillet is a practical and delicious main dish made with assorted ingredients that add flavor, texture, and color to every bite. It is ideal for busy days when you want a complete, comforting meal with simple steps and everyday ingredients. Serve it with rice, potatoes, bread, or salad for a versatile family-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 small red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup cooked corn kernels
• 1 cup cooked peas
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/2 cup water or beef broth
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped green onions

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
4. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
5. Mix in the carrot, bell peppers, tomato, corn, and peas.
6. Add the tomato paste, water or broth, salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano.
7. Stir well, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
8. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
9. Turn off the heat and finish with parsley and green onions before serving.