“Boy kibble” is the latest diet trend on TikTok. The idea is simple: Cook large batches of a high-protein food like ground beef and pair it with a staple grain for a quick, easy meal you can replicate daily. The goal is to save time and money, while maximizing the muscle-building functions of protein.
There’s no doubt that building your dinner around high-protein foods like ground beef can help you meet your daily protein needs. Protein requirements vary depending on your age, sex, activity level, and other factors. And just 4 ounces of lean ground beef adds 23 grams of satiating, muscle-repairing protein to your daily total.
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But eating the same basic recipe every day can get boring. It can also mean missing out on key vitamins and minerals if you don’t include vegetables.
With that in mind, here are three healthy, high-protein dinners to make with ground beef that are still convenient, budget-friendly, and tasty.
All Everyday Health recipes meet expert-developed nutrient goals, considering several dietary guidelines. Read our guidelines to learn more about the methodology behind why the recipes on this list are healthy and high-protein.
