One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry
A simple, flavorful stir-fry with ground beef and seasonal vegetables, cooked in one pan. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 25 minutes pairs (lean) ground beef, florets broccoli, sliced red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (lean) ground beef
- 2 cups, florets broccoli
- 1, sliced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it into small pieces, for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 2: Add broccoli, bell pepper, and onion to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Stir in minced garlic, coconut aminos, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1 more minute until fragrant and the flavors are combined.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (lean) ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry?
American whole30 like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved this recipe! It's become a weekly staple for my quick weeknight dinners.
- ★★★★★
This was a hit with my whole family! The Whole30 version is so flavorful and easy to make in one pot.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe, but the beef was a bit bland for my taste. Next time I'll add extra ginger and garlic.
