Heart-Healthy Beef Conquistador Recipe

Name: Heart-Healthy Beef Conquistador
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 large potatoes (cut into apprx. 1/2 inch cubes); 1 cup quinoa (raw); 1 medium onion (chopped); 3 garlic cloves (finely chopped); 1 cup zucchini (cubed - 1/2 inch at most); 1/2 cup red pepper (chopped); 1 cup baby portabella mushrooms (chopped); 1/2 cup parsley (fresh, finely chopped); 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, finely chopped); 1/2 lb ground beef (lean bottom round); 1 teaspoon olive oil (light); 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 1/4 cups beef broth (fat free low sodium); 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium); 4 -5 dashes sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; 1 cup corn (frozen kernels); 1/2 cup peas (peas); salt and pepper

Servings: persons

5 large potatoes (cut into apprx. 1/2 inch cubes)
1 cup quinoa (raw)
1 medium onion (chopped)
3 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
1 cup zucchini (cubed - 1/2 inch at most)
1/2 cup red pepper (chopped)
1 cup baby portabella mushrooms (chopped)
1/2 cup parsley (fresh, finely chopped)
2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, finely chopped)
1/2 lb ground beef (lean bottom round)
1 teaspoon olive oil (light)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/4 cups beef broth (fat free low sodium)
1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
4 -5 dashes sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 cup corn (frozen kernels)
1/2 cup peas (peas)
salt and pepper

1
Complete all chopping and dicing in advance.
2
Prepare the quinoa: Boil two cups of water. Add the quinoa and bring back to full boil. Turn down and simmer for ten minutes. Place aside until needed later in the process.
3
Prepare the potatoes: Prepare a large pot with water. Boil the potatoes until they are just fork tender but not mushy. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. (You may need to reheat them a bit before serving.).
4
In a very large skillet, saute the onions in the olive oil until translucent.
5
Brown the beef, taking care to break it down into very small pieces as it cooks.
6
Add the garlic and tomato paste and cook for another couple of minutes.
7
Add the zucchini and cook for several minutes.
8
Add the mushrooms and red pepper and cook until the vegetables are just slightly tender.
9
Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, beef broth, corn, peas, seasonings, and 1/2 cup of parsley. Cook for a couple of minutes more.
10
Gently toss the potatoes with remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley, salt, and pepper.
11
To serve: Place a small serving of potato on each plate. Mound the conquistador mixture atop the potatoes and serve.
12
Note: The sauce may be thickened with an arrowroot or cornstarch slurry.

1386

kcal

Calories

114

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 large potatoes (cut into apprx. 1/2 inch cubes), 1 cup quinoa (raw), 1 medium onion (chopped), 3 garlic cloves (finely chopped), and more.

Yes, Heart-Healthy Beef Conquistador falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Heart-Healthy Beef Conquistador

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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