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Ground Beef Shawarma Bowls

A quick and satisfying weeknight dinner featuring spiced ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini sauce, all served over rice or quinoa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Comfort Food, Middle Eastern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the beef

  • 1 lb ground beef Use 85/15 for a balance of flavor or 90/10 for leaner.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps spices bloom; do not skimp.
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin The backbone of the shawarma flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander Adds citrusy notes.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika For color and smokiness.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Quick flavor without raw clumps.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust to your preference.

For the base and toppings

  • 4 cups cooked rice or quinoa Rice is cozy; quinoa gives a protein boost.
  • 1 cup fresh vegetables: tomato, cucumber, lettuce, red onion Textures should be juicy, crisp, and refreshing.
  • 1/4 cup tahini sauce Whisk with lemon, water, and a pinch of salt.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions and keep warm.
  • Chop fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces.

Cooking

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  • Add ground beef and break it apart with a spatula, allowing for texture.
  • Sprinkle in cumin, coriander, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.

Serving

  • Layer warm rice or quinoa in serving bowls.
  • Top with the cooked beef and fresh vegetables.
  • Drizzle tahini sauce over the top.

Notes

You can prepare the beef in advance and store it in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 34gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g
Keyword Ground Beef, Healthy Meal, Meal Prep, Quick Dinner, Shawarma
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