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Tomato and Ground Meat Salsa

A quick, hearty skillet dish with ground meat, tomatoes, and onions, ready in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or a satisfying breakfast.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
25g
Tomato and Ground Meat Salsa
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 4 medium tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1 diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.

  3. 3

    Stir in 4 chopped tomatoes. Cook until tomatoes soften and release their juices, about 5 minutes, until the mixture is thick and saucy.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon

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