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A colorful protein bowl with crispy spiced ground beef, roasted cauliflower rice, avocado, and red peppers.

Crispy Chile Ground Beef and Cauliflower Protein Bowls

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 large head cauliflower, riced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 large avocado , sliced
  • 1 lime , cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Spread riced cauliflower on a large rimmed baking sheet and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 0.5 teaspoon salt.
  • Roast cauliflower for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until edges are golden brown and tender.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add ground beef to the skillet and spread into an even layer; let sear undisturbed for 5 minutes to develop a crispy crust.
  • Break the beef into small crumbles and stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, black pepper, and remaining salt.
  • Cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the beef is fully browned and texture is crispy.
  • Divide the roasted cauliflower rice into four bowls.
  • Top each bowl with the crispy chile beef, diced red pepper, red onion, and avocado slices.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.