Mediterranean Hummus Bowl
This easy Mediterranean Hummus Bowl is full of bright flavors as well as nutritious vegetables making this a healthy and delicious meal. Seasoned meat, creamy hummus and crunchy vegetables are served over cauliflower rice for a satisfying amalgamation of flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Seasoned Beef
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ Tablespoon chili powder
- ½ Tablespoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Bowl Base and Toppings
- 16 oz cauliflower rice cooked according to package directions
- 1/1 English cucumber diced
- 8 oz grape tomato halved
- ½ onion red, sliced
- ½ cup kalamata olives
- ½ cup banana peppers
- 8 oz hummus
Instructions
- Add the olive oil and ground beef to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until the meat is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Drain off the extra fat.
- Add the tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, pepper and garlic powder to the pan. Give everything a good stir and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to let the flavors combine.
- To build a Hummus Bowl, layer the cooked cauliflower rice on the bottom of a bowl, then arrange the cooked seasoned beef, prepared hummus and toppings on top of the rice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Hint: To serve, set up a bar for guests to build their own bowls using any combination of the following ingredients: arugula or chopped romaine, rice, cauliflower rice, hummus, feta cheese, kalamata olives, chickpeas, banana peppers, hot sauce, tomatoes, diced cucumbers, sliced red onion, diced bell peppers, roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes, artichoke hearts or fresh herbs such as parsley, dill or oregano.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 506
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 506kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 905mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 1141mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1420IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 78mg | 87% |
| Calcium | 108mg | 11% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.