Beef & Eggplant Skillet

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) lean sirloin steak OR 93% lean ground beef (about 6 oz cooked)
• 1/2 cup (120 g) liquid egg whites (optional, boosts protein)
• 2 cups (250 g) green beans (chopped)
• 1/2 cup (80–100 g) whole-wheat pasta (cooked) (cooked (optional))
• 1–2 Tbsp lime juice (or to taste)
• a few sprays olive oil spray (or 1 tsp olive oil)
• 1 tsp black pepper (plus more to taste)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Steps

1. Prep: Chop vegetables and pat the protein dry. Preheat a lined sheet pan at 425°F.
2. Season the protein with salt, pepper, garlic, and your preferred spices.
3. Arrange protein and vegetables on the sheet pan. Mist with olive oil spray.
4. Roast 14–18 minutes (until protein is cooked through).
5. Stir in sauce elements (yogurt/lemon/soy/salsa, etc.) and toss to coat.
6. Serve as a bowl (add rice/quinoa if using). Adjust salt/acid/heat to taste.