Ground Beef and Potatoes
Ground Beef and Potatoes provides 21g protein and 259 calories per serving — a carb-forward option for post-workout meals and high-volume training days. Six servings cook quickly on the stovetop, maximizing calories and carbs for recovery without excessive prep time. Use this to fuel training windows when you need sustained energy and moderate protein.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •90/10 Ground Beef(454g)
90% lean ground beef. Good middle-ground for flavor and macros.
- •Yellow Onion
- •Garlic
- •Bell Pepper
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •Paprika, Smoked(10g)
- •Oregano, Dried(5g)
- •Onion powder(5g)
- •Tomato Paste(30g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(15g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •Worcestershire Sauce(15g)
Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(240g)
- •Potato, Russet, Baked, Flesh Only
- •Cheddar Cheese(120g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)(60g)
- •Sour Cream
Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.
- •Hot Sauce, Frank'S RedHot
Instructions
- 1Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the beef, onion, garlic, and bell pepper and cook, breaking the meat up with a wooden spoon, until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
- 2Stir in the salt, paprika, oregano, onion powder, tomato paste, mustard, and Worcestershire. Add the chicken stock and potatoes and stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low cover with a lid and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the liquid has evaporated, about 20 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and evenly sprinkle with the cheese. Cover again and let sit until the cheese has melted, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- 3Top with the green onions and serve with the sour cream and hot sauce, if using.
Nutrition — Per Serving
259
calories
21g
protein
17g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Saturated fat
- 7.2g
- Sodium
- 302 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.5g
6 servings per batch · ~162g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Ground Beef and Potatoes have per serving?
Each serving contains 21g of protein and 259 calories with 17g fat and 5g carbs. This is a lower-carb option that keeps calories lean while still delivering solid protein per portion.
How long does Ground Beef and Potatoes take to prep?
This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 6 servings, making it efficient for batch cooking a week's worth of dinners on the stovetop. You can have all servings ready in minimal active time.
Is Ground Beef and Potatoes good for fat loss?
At 259 calories and 21g protein per serving, this recipe fits well into a fat loss phase where you're prioritizing volume and protein without excess calories. The minimal carbs keep you in control of your daily macro targets.
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