Beef Pepper Pasta Bowls
The Beef Pepper Pasta Bowls deliver 52g protein and 575 calories per serving across 6 portions, built specifically for training day fuel. Stovetop preparation takes one session to cover your entire week of lunch or dinner prep. Maintains the carb-to-protein ratio that supports both strength performance and recovery consistency.
Ingredients
- •4 Bell Pepper(0g)
- •1 Yellow Onion(150g)
- •2 lbs 96/4 Ground Beef
Extra-lean ground beef (96% lean / 4% fat). Walmart carries Great Value 96/4.
- •8 Rotini Pasta(456g)
- •84 g Fat-Free Cheddar Cheese
- •120 g Cream Cheese, 1/3 Less Fat (Neufchatel)
Standard block cream cheese. Neufchatel (1/3 less fat) is a good swap.
- •2 oz Cheese, Monterey Jack, 2%
- •1 tbsp Garlic powder
- •1 tbsp Garlic
Instructions
- 1Cook peppers on medium heat for 5-10 minutes until slightly brown
- 2Add ground beef to the pan and cook until everything is browned
- 3Boil pasta
- 4Add pasta to meat mixture
- 5Add fat free cheese, cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and minced garlic
- 6Mix everything together
- 7Disperse evenly into 6 meal prep containers
Nutrition — Per Serving
575
calories
52g
protein
13g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 62g
6 servings per batch
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Beef Pepper Pasta Bowls have per serving?
Each serving delivers 52g of protein and 575 calories with 13g fat and 62g carbs. The high carb content pairs with the protein for post-workout recovery meals.
How long does Beef Pepper Pasta Bowls take to make and how many servings?
This is a quick prep stovetop recipe that yields 6 servings in one batch. You're cooking multiple meals at once for efficient weekday planning.
Is Beef Pepper Pasta Bowls good for muscle gain?
At 52g protein and 575 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain with substantial carbs for workout fuel and energy surplus. The macros align well with post-lift meal timing.
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