Description
Spicy, smoky, and packed with seasonal flair—this bowl brings bold chili flavor with a cozy pumpkin twist. Ground beef seasoned with warming spices sits atop creamy pumpkin rice, with black beans and sweet roasted red peppers for balance. Finished with cheddar and a cooling Greek yogurt drizzle, it’s fall comfort with a little kick.
Ingredients
Lean ground beef with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika
Pumpkin purée stirred into cooked rice
Black beans and roasted red peppers
Shredded cheddar
Greek yogurt drizzle
Twist: Add roasted jalapeños or chipotle for an extra smoky heat.
Instructions
Cook the Beef: Sauté ground beef with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until browned and cooked through.
Prepare Rice: Stir pumpkin purée into hot cooked rice with a pinch of salt for a creamy, savory base.
Heat Beans & Peppers: Warm black beans and chopped roasted red peppers together.
Make Drizzle: Thin Greek yogurt with a splash of lime juice or water for drizzling.
Assemble: Layer pumpkin rice, spiced beef, beans, and peppers. Top with cheddar and yogurt drizzle. Add roasted jalapeños or chipotle if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 600
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 51g