Mexican Ground Beef and Black Bean Skillet
A flavorful, high-protein skillet meal packed with lean ground beef, black beans, colorful bell pepper, and warm Mexican spices. It comes together quickly in one pan for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Weslyn + Lila
Weslyn created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat oil in a large skillet over…
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Heat oil in a large skillet over…
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C) for 1 to 2 minutes until shimmering.
Look for: shimmering
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Add diced yellow onion and chopped red…
Add diced yellow onion and chopped red bell pepper. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned.
Look for: tender and lightly browned
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Add lean ground beef to the skillet
Add lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until completely browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Look for: completely browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C)
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Stir in taco seasoning and cook constantly…
Stir in taco seasoning and cook constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
Look for: fragrant
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Pour in drained and rinsed black beans
Pour in drained and rinsed black beans. Lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until thoroughly warmed through.
Look for: thoroughly warmed through
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Remove from heat and divide into bowls
Remove from heat and divide into bowls. Top each serving with sliced avocado before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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