15+ Healthy Ground Beef Recipes (2024)

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More Healthy Recipe Round Ups Healthy Ground Beef Casseroles Healthy Ground Beef Pasta Dishes Healthy Ground Beef Soups and Chilis Healthy Ground Beef Burgers and Sandwiches Healthy Ground Beef Skillets and Dishes FAQ: Healthy Ground Beef Recipes What type of ground beef should I use for these healthy ground beef recipes? Is ground beef healthy? What should I serve with these healthy ground beef recipes? FAQs References

By: Laurenpublished: Feb. 21, 2024updated: Feb. 22, 2024Comments

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Ground beef is such an easy protein to have on hand and you can literally do just about ANYTHING with it! Burgers, tacos, casseroles, pizza and more! These Healthy Ground Beef Recipes are perfect for weekly meal prep or last-minute dinner inspiration!

I just love ground beef! There’s so many great ways to use it and it freezes great so I can always make sure I have some on hand. Plus, it’s nutrient-dense, packed with vitamins and minerals (like iron!) and can be cheaper than chicken or pork.

I personally love the taste of ground beef but if beef isn’t your thing or you’re looking for a leaner option, you can always swap for ground turkey or ground chicken in most of these recipes!

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More Healthy Recipe Round Ups

Healthy Ground Beef Casseroles

Healthy Ground Beef Pasta Dishes

Healthy Ground Beef Soups and Chilis

Healthy Ground Beef Burgers and Sandwiches

Healthy Ground Beef Skillets and Dishes

FAQ: Healthy Ground Beef Recipes

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If chicken is more your things, don’t miss my 50+ Macro-Friendly Chicken Recipes. I also have this post on50+ Macro Friendly Foodsthat includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert options!

If you need something to pair with these healthy ground beef recipes, check out my favorite 20+Healthy Side Dish Recipes!

Healthy Ground Beef Casseroles

1. Bubble Up Pizza Casserole

Bubble Up Pizza Casserole with Biscuits (High Protein, Kid-Friendly!)

Pizza night just got even easier! This Pizza Casserole with Biscuits is the ultimate, weeknight dinner that's super easy, high protein and kid-approved! It only requires 6 simple ingredients and is a mess-free way to enjoy all your favorite pizza flavors in one easy dish!

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2. Healthy Doritos Pie Casserole

Healthy Ground Beef Pasta Dishes

6. Easy Crockpot Taco Pasta

Crockpot Taco Pasta

This Easy Crockpot Taco Pasta seriously has it all! Cheesy, beefy pasta packed with your favorite taco flavor and so easy to make using the slow cooker! This easy recipe is the most tasty dinner and will definitely be a new favorite for the entire family!

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7. Homemade Hamburger Helper

Homemade Lightened Up Hamburger Helper (One-Pot)

This Lightened Up Hamburger Helper is truly the best homemade version of the classic cheeseburger macaroni recipe you grew up eating! It's seriously WAY better than the boxed version and is made with simple ingredients, only requires one pot and is ready in just 30 minutes. It's cozy, comforting and perfect for busy weeknights!

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Healthy Ground Beef Soups and Chilis

11. Crockpot Lasagna Soup

Super Easy Crockpot Lasagna Soup

This Crockpot Lasagna Soup is the perfect easy meal when you want to enjoy all the flavors of homemade lasagna without all the extra work! Plus it’s packed with protein and a lot more macro-friendly. Throw this soup together in just 10 minutes then let the slow cooker do all the work!

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12. Healthy Harvest Chili

Healthy Harvest Chili

Cozy, comforting, and full of flavor and spices – this healthy harvest chili is a crowd favorite! It can easily be doubled for large parties or meal prep and freezes well. Packed with protein, hearty vegetables, and full of aroma and spices – this chili is one that always hits the spot!

Check out this recipe

Healthy Ground Beef Burgers and Sandwiches

13. Air Fryer Burgers

Super Easy Air Fryer Burgers With Special Sauce

If you love a big, juicy cheeseburger but don't want all the extra calories try these Air Fryer Burgers! This is seriously the easiest and quickest way to make the perfect burger every time! Pile with your favorite toppings and my secret special sauce, you'll skip the takeout line every time for these insanely delicious and tasty burgers!

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14. Cheeseburger Salad

Cheeseburger Salad with Skinny Special Sauce

This Cheeseburger Salad packs the heartiness of a big, juicy cheeseburger without the bun and extra calories. Throw in your favorite burger toppings and drizzle your favorite sauce (like my Skinny Special Sauce!) for a delicious, flavor-packed, low-carb meal!

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Healthy Ground Beef Skillets and Dishes

15. Cheeseburger Pie

Cheeseburger Pie

A cheeseburger in pie form? Heck YES! This Cheeseburger Pie is filled with hearty beef, grilled onions and cheese, and it comes together quickly and easily on a busy weeknight! The whole family will LOVE it!

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16. Healthy Skillet Lasagna

30 Minute Healthy Skillet Lasagna (One Pan)

Looking for a faster, easier, and healthier way to enjoy lasagna? You've got to try this Healthy Skillet Lasagna. It's perfect for even those busy weeknights, coming together in one pan in just 30 minutes!

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17. Healthy Stuffed Peppers

Healthy Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef (Easy 30 Minute Recipe)

These Healthy Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef make the perfect weeknight dinner! They're lower in carbs, high in protein and you can have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes!

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FAQ: Healthy Ground Beef Recipes

What type of ground beef should I use for these healthy ground beef recipes?

Most of these healthy ground beef recipes are written using 96/4 lean ground beef. However, you can use any type of ground beef you prefer (just be aware it might change the pre-calculated macros a bit). You can also sub most of these recipes for ground turkey or ground chicken if you prefer.

Is ground beef healthy?

Ground beef is nutrient-dense protein that provides numerous essential macro and micronutrients. It’s a great source of healthy fats, complete proteins, B vitamins, and zinc. It is also a great source of iron.

What should I serve with these healthy ground beef recipes?

You can serve almost any kind of side dish with these healthy ground beef recipes! I love adding in a side of roasted veggies like broccoli, green beans or roasted carrots and cauliflower. You can also serve with a higher-carb source like sweet potato wedges or roasted potatoes. Check out this post for 20+ healthy side dish options that pair great with any of these recipes.

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FAQs

What is the healthiest ground beef option? ›

The meat from the loin primal is very lean, so it produces ground beef with the healthiest lean point. You will often hear ground sirloin called extra-lean ground beef. If you want to create a healthy menu and limit the saturated fat in your dishes, then ground sirloin is the best choice.

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Is ground beef healthy for weight loss? ›

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To be fair, though, there is some saturated fat and monounsaturated fat in even lean ground beef, whether you're cooking with 80/20, 85/15, or even a lean 90/10. Nevertheless, the high amount of protein that ground beef offers still makes it ideal for your meal plan, even if your goal is to lose weight.

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How to make 85 15 ground beef leaner? ›

There's a simple and, in my opinion, quite profound way to reduce the fat content in ground beef by 50 percent! Just rinse the fat off. The other awesome thing — rinsing and draining ground beef washes away the fat without decreasing the vitamins and minerals or messing up the flavor.

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How to get the most fat out of ground beef? ›

Nutrition researchers found that a simple rinsing process reduced the fat content of cooked ground beef crumbles by as much as 50 percent. Blotting of cooked burgers, meatballs, and meatloaf also helps reduce the fat.

Does boiling ground beef remove fat? ›

Once it's boiling, reduce the heat to medium-high and continue to boil, breaking up the beef as it cooks. That there at the top – that's the fat that has rendered out of the ground beef during the boiling process. When all the beef is browned and thoroughly cooked, drain it in a colander over the sink.

What if I don't drain my ground beef? ›

"From a food safety standpoint, there's no need, but if you're worried about the grease, my suggestion is to simply drain your ground beef. Anything that remains is going to be the great flavor that you don't want to miss out on."

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What is the healthiest type of beef to buy? ›

Of these, the following are considered the leanest beef cuts:

Eye of round roast and steak.
Round tip roast and steak.
Top round roast and steak.
Bottom round roast and steak.
Top sirloin steak.
Top loin steak.
Chuck shoulder and arm roasts.

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What is healthier, grass-fed beef or ground turkey? ›

Comparing the two, beef raised on grass is higher in omega-3 fatty acids than poultry because cows get more of these omega-3s from eating grass so there may be some additional anti-inflammatory benefits there. All meats have a different composition of nutrients so variety is really what's best. So is moderation.

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Is 80/20 ground beef healthy? ›

If you're looking for a leaner option, 90/10 or ground sirloin may be better. While 80/20 may not be the healthiest option, it provides a good amount of fat for flavor and moisture. By being mindful of portion size and cooking methods, you can still enjoy the taste of 80/20 while maintaining a balanced diet.

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