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Anti-Inflammatory Mediterranean Ground Beef Skillet

Enjoy a vibrant, nutrient-packed Mediterranean-inspired ground beef skillet tailored for sensitive digestion, anti-inflammatory needs, and multiple allergies. This low-calorie, high-protein dish features lean ground beef sautéed with zucchini, colorful bell peppers, and spinach, seasoned with bright herbs and smoky paprika—no dairy, gluten, soy, sugar, seeds, or nuts. Served atop fluffy cauliflower rice and finished with a splash of lemon, this one-pan meal is rich in iron, magnesium, B vitamins, and vitamin C. It’s quick to prepare and fully satisfying, making it perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner that supports gut health as well as overall well-being.

High Protein
Low Calorie
Gluten-Free
Casein-Free
Dairy-Free
Sugar-Free
Soy-Free
Nut-Free
Seed-Free
Gut-Friendly
Anti-Inflammatory
Lose Weight
Quick & Easy
Dinner
Lunch
Healthy
Allergen-Free
SIBO-Friendly
High Iron
High Magnesium
High Vitamin C
High Folate
Brain-Boosting
One Pan Meal
Overview

Prep Time

10 min


Cook Time

15 min


Total Time

25 min


Yield

4 servings


Serving Size

1 bowl (350 grams)

Ground beef (90-96% lean)

Grass-fed if possible for higher omega-3 and CLA

1 pound

Zucchini

Diced

1 1/2 cups

Red bell pepper

Diced

1 cup

Baby spinach

Rinsed

2 generous handfuls (about 2 cups lightly packed)

Green onion (scallion)

Thinly sliced, green tops only to avoid SIBO triggers

3 stalks

Olive oil

Extra virgin

1 1/2 tablespoons

Smoked paprika

1 teaspoon

Dried oregano

1 1/4 teaspoons

Dried basil

1/2 teaspoon

Sea salt

3/4 teaspoon, or to taste

Freshly ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Lemon

Zest and 1 tablespoon juice (for finishing)

1 medium

Riced cauliflower (optional)

Fresh or thawed from frozen

3 cups

Fresh parsley

Finely chopped, for garnish (optional)

2 tablespoons

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts


Calories per Serving

285

Total Fat

12g

Saturated Fat

3.5g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

6g

Polyunsaturated Fat

1g

Cholesterol

60mg

Sodium

520mg

Total Carbohydrates

13g

Dietary Fiber

4g

Soluble Fiber

1.2g

Insoluble Fiber

2.8g

Total Sugars

4g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

29g


Calcium

95mg

Iron

4.2mg

Potassium

950mg

Vitamin A

1400mcg

Vitamin C

57mg

Phosphorus

270mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Dairy
Casein
Lactose
Whey
Gluten
Wheat
Tree Nuts
Almonds
Soy
Sesame
Mustard
Garlic
Coconut
Corn
Egg
Sugar
Sunflower
Chia Seed
Flaxseed
All Purpose Gluten-Free Flour
Psyllium Husk
Vinegar
Bread
Dates
Banana