
Ground Beef Fajitas Recipe
Ground Beef Fajitas provide 21g protein and 347 calories per serving, offering flexibility to customize macros with additional toppings and sides. Four servings prepare fast on the stovetop, making assembly-style meals efficient during heavy training weeks. Cook the base weekly and adjust carbs or fats by changing your tortilla or topping choices.
Ingredients
- •Chili powder(10g)
- •Cumin, Ground(10g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(5g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •1 tsp salt ($0.03)
- •½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper ($0.08)
- •80/20 Ground Beef(454g)
- •3 Tbsp water ($0.00)
- •Vegetable oil(15g)
- •Bell Pepper
- •Bell Pepper
- •Bell Pepper
- •Yellow Onion
- •Cilantro, Fresh(30g)
- •Lime
- •Carb Balance Tortillas
Instructions
- 1Combine the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and garlic powder in a small bowl and set aside. Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- 2Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
- 3Add the spice mixture to the beef and stir. Cook 2–3 minutes over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Transfer the seasoned beef to a plate.
- 4Add the vegetable oil to the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell peppers and onion, and sauté 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender but still crisp.
- 5Return the seasoned beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and cook 1–2 minutes over medium heat until everything is heated through.
- 6Remove from heat. Stir in the fresh cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the mixture.
- 7Warm the fajita tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, 30 seconds per side, until pliable.
- 8Divide the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Store with tortillas separately, or assemble immediately and serve with your preferred toppings.
Nutrition — Per Serving
347
calories
21g
protein
28g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 4g
- Saturated fat
- 9.3g
- Sodium
- 156 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.9g
4 servings per batch · ~132g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Ground Beef Fajitas Recipe have per serving?
Each serving contains 21g of protein and 347 calories with 28g fat and 4g carbs. This is a low-carb option that keeps protein intake solid while minimizing carbohydrate content.
How long does Ground Beef Fajitas Recipe take to prep?
Quick prep stovetop recipe that makes 4 servings, allowing you to prep multiple lunches or dinners in one cooking session. Efficient for batch cooking without extended active time.
Is Ground Beef Fajitas Recipe good for fat loss?
At 347 calories and 21g protein per serving with minimal carbs, these fajitas work well for fat loss phases where you're keeping calories controlled and protein high. The high fat content supports satiety on a calorie deficit.
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