Best Recipes featuring Trader Joe’s Beefless Ground Beef

Trader Joe’s Beefless Ground Beef, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. But seriously, I am obsessed with this vegan meat alternative, I tried it for the first time 2 weeks ago and I cannot get enough. As someone that’s considering vegetarianism, this soy-based beefless ground beef is an excellent way for me to get my protein for the day. Everyone has tried meat alternatives that disappointed, but I assure you the beefless ground beef will do anything but. I honestly think it’s better than the real thing, it has the umami flavor without the unavoidable dryness that comes with actual ground beef. If you’re still in need of some inspiration, here are some of the best recipes incorporating Trader Joe’s Beefless Ground Beef that I’ve tried so far!

Beefless Ground Beef Tacos

This healthy taco recipe includes homemade guacamole and pico de gallo with fresh vegetables.

Making the Taco Meat

1. Heat olive oil in a pan at medium-high heat. Once the pan and oil are hot, add the ground beef to the pan and cook it until it turns brown.
2. Stir in a prepackaged seasoning blend and reduce the heat to medium heat.
3. Add 2 sliced bell peppers and 1 yellow onion.

Making the Guacamole

1. Mash 2 ripe avocados with a fork until desired consistency.
2. Add ½ chopped red onion.
3. Add ½ cup chopped cilantro.
4. Squeeze in 1 whole lemon.
5. Add salt, to taste.

Making the Pico de Gallo

1. Add 3-4 diced tomatoes.
2. Add ½ red onion.
3. Add ½ cup chopped cilantro.
4. Squeeze in 1 lime.
5. Add salt, to taste.
6. Add black papper, to taste.

Beefless Ground Beef Bolognese Sauce 

This is a great simple bolognese recipe that is achievable for any Italian food fans out there.

1. In a large skillet heat the olive oil, add 1 chopped onion and 2 chopped garlic cloves and saute. 
2. Add 1 chopped celery stalk, 1 chopped carrot and saute.
3. Raise heat to high and add the ground beef. Saute, stir frequently, cook until meat is no longer pink, about 10 minutes.
4. Add the 28 ounce can of crushed tomatoes, ¼ cup chopped parsley and 8 fresh basil leaves, cook over medium to low heat until the sauce thickens.
5. Season with salt and pepper.

Beefless Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers

The ground beef-bell pepper combo hits different.

1. Brown the ground beef in a large fry pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the four chopped mushrooms, 2 stalks of chopped celery, 1 chopped onion and 2 chopped cloves of garlic.
3. Stir in the 28 oz can of diced tomatoes with juice with 2 tablespoons of tomato paste.
4. Add 2 tablespoons basil, 1 tablespoon oregano and red pepper flakes to taste.
5. Season with kosher salt and ground pepper to taste and cook for 15-20 minutes.
6. Stir in ½ cup cooked rice and ¼ cup chopped parsley and cook for another 5 minutes.
7. Cut off the tops of the peppers and spoon out the ribs and seeds, then rinse.
8. Lightly sprinkle the inside of the peppers with kosher salt and place in a microwave-safe dish with 1/4 cup water; cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 5 minutes.
9. Transfer to a baking dish and fill the peppers with the hot meat and rice mixture.
10. If desired, sprinkle the tops with cheese, then bake for 20 minutes or until peppers are tender and cheese is browned.