If you love quick and flavorful meals that come together in under 30 minutes, this Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli is about to be your new weeknight favorite! It’s a simple, one-pan recipe made with real-food ingredients — no soy sauce, no refined sugars, and no dairy.

This healthy twist on a takeout classic uses coconut aminos for a rich, savory flavor, balanced with a hint of sweetness from honey and a touch of heat from sriracha. Serve it over cauliflower rice, jasmine rice, or even noodles for a satisfying, family-friendly meal.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

This Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli is proof that healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated. With simple ingredients and bold flavor, it’s the perfect weeknight meal for anyone following a paleo, gluten-free, or dairy-free lifestyle.

01. Quick & easy:

Ready in 30 minutes or less

02. Paleo, gluten-free & dairy-free:

Soy and refined sugar free, using coconut aminos and honey.

03. Minimal ingredients:

Uses simple, budget-friendly ingredients

04. Meal-prep friendly:

Stores beautifully for lunches or leftovers throughout the week

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the stir-fry:

• ½ cup diced onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups broccoli florets

For the sauce:

• ¼ cup coconut aminos
• 2 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp arrowroot flour
• ¼ tsp ground ginger

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the onions and garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add diced onion over a drizzle of olive oil and cook for 5 minutes. Add in minced garlic and cook for additional 2 minutes.
2. Cook ground beef: Add beef to skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking up the meat as it browns. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add broccoli: Add broccoli florets. Cook for another 4–5 minutes, until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
4. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, arrowroot flour, and ground ginger until smooth.
5. Combine: Pour the sauce into the skillet with the beef and broccoli. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm over rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Easy Ground Beef & Broccoli (Gluten-Free)

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• For the stir-fry:
• ½ cup diced onion
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• For the sauce:
• ¼ cup coconut aminos
• 2 tsp sriracha adjust to taste
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp arrowroot flour
• ¼ tsp ground ginger

Method

 

1. Cook the onions and garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add diced onion over a drizzle of olive oil and cook for 5 minutes. Add in minced garlic and cook for additional 2 minutes.
2. Cook ground beef: Add beef to skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking up the meat as it browns. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add broccoli: Add broccoli florets. Cook for another 4–5 minutes, until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
4. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, arrowroot flour, and ground ginger until smooth.
5. Combine: Pour the sauce into the skillet with the beef and broccoli. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm over rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

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