Beef taco bowl

This simple beef and black bean dish is a nourishing, protein-rich meal that helps keep you full and energised. It combines good-quality protein, fibre-rich beans, and vegetables to support steady energy and balanced blood sugar.

It’s an easy meal to batch cook, making it perfect for busy weeks when you want something healthy ready in the freezer.

Why This Works

• Protein keeps you full and energised
  Beef provides high-quality protein along with nutrients like iron and B vitamins that help support energy levels.

• Beans support digestion and steady energy
  Black beans are rich in fibre, which helps support gut health and slows the release of energy from your meal.

• Vegetables add nutrients and flavour
  Onion, garlic, celery, and tomatoes provide vitamins, minerals, and natural compounds that support overall health.

• Balanced meals support stable blood sugar
  Combining protein, fibre, and vegetables helps keep blood sugar more stable, which can help reduce energy crashes and cravings.

Beef taco bowl

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Ingredients

serves 3-4

TIP - Batch cook and freeze the beef and beans.

Minced Beef

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 onion, finely sliced

• 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced

• 1 celery stick, finely sliced

• 400g minced beef

• 1 tbsp tomato paste

• 400g tinned tomatoes

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• Sea salt and ground black pepper, to season

Refried Beans

• 400g cooked black beans (drained if using a tin)

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Handful fresh coriander, chopped

To Serve

• Steamed greens such as broccoli or asparagus

• 1 tbsp dairy-free yoghurt per serving

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Sauté the vegetables
Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and celery and cook for 5–6 minutes until softened and fragrant.

1. Cook the beef
   Add the minced beef and season with sea salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat has browned and is fully cooked.

2. Add tomato paste
   Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to deepen the flavour.

3. Simmer the sauce
   Add the tinned tomatoes and apple cider vinegar. Stir well and simmer for another 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

4. Make the cumin black beans
   In a frying pan, add the black beans, olive oil, and ground cumin. Heat gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring until warmed through.

5. Serve
   Divide the beef and beans between plates. Serve with steamed broccoli or asparagus, a spoonful of dairy-free yoghurt, and sprinkle with fresh coriander.

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