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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    16 Quick Ground Beef Meals for Busy Summer Days

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 26, 2025, updated May 6, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Summer days can be hectic, and finding quick meal ideas is essential. Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can be transformed into a variety of easy and satisfying dishes. From lighter soups to sloppy joes, these 16 meals will help you whip up dinner in no time, keeping your family happy and fed during the busy season.

    Manestra

    Greek orzo with ground beef.
    Photo credit: Bowl of Delicious.

    Comfort food often includes casseroles or mac and cheese, and this dish is a great twist on that idea. This Greek version, called "Manestra," is just as tasty and satisfying.

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    3-Ingredient Sloppy Joes

    SLOPPY JOES.
    Photo credit: The Short Order Cook.

    A classic sloppy joe is a great choice for a family dinner. It's easy to make and everyone will enjoy it.

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    Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme

    Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme on a plate.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This crunchwrap is filled with layers of flour tortillas, seasoned ground beef, nacho cheese, a crunchy tostada shell, cool sour cream, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and extra melty cheese. It's a fun and satisfying meal that's perfect for summer.

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    Stuffed Anaheim Peppers

    Stuffed Anaheim Peppers.
    Photo credit: Tia Clara.

    This stuffed Anaheim pepper boat is packed with flavorful ground beef and gooey melted cheese, all topped with a creamy avocado sauce. It's a delicious dish that’s perfect for summer meals.

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    Taco Rice (Okinawan Style)

    A bowl of taco rice with toppings.
    Photo Credit: Plates by Nat.

    Japanese taco rice features tasty ground beef served over rice, topped with fresh tomato, lettuce, avocado, and crunchy tortilla chips. It’s quick to prepare in about 20 minutes and is sure to please everyone.

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    Spanish Rice with Ground Beef

    Spanish Rice with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: Miss in the Kitchen.

    Spanish Rice with Ground Beef is a simple and fast dinner that you can prepare in around 30 minutes. This filling one-pan meal is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Quick Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

    Quick Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles.
    Photo Credit: The Cinnamon Jar.

    15-minute Mongolian beef noodles are perfect for busy weeknights when you want a quick and easy meal. This dish is not only simple to make but also really tasty.

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    Italian Burgers

    Italian Burgers.
    Photo Credit: Ground Beef Recipes.

    The rich taste of garlic on a toasted bun topped with spaghetti sauce is sure to please. With savory beef, melted mozzarella, and a kick of herbs, this dish will fill you up and leave you feeling satisfied.

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    Cheeseburger Soup

    CHEESEBURGER SOUP.
    Photo credit: Wholesome Yum.

    Cheeseburger soup is a warm and satisfying dish that brings all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger into a bowl. It's hearty, nutritious, and can be made in just 20 minutes.

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    Homemade Hamburgers

    air fryer hamburger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These burgers are juicy and cooked just right, perfect for adding your favorite toppings. With just ground beef, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, you can whip them up easily.

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    Meaty Cabbage Soup

    Meaty Cabbage Soup.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    This dish is perfect for when you want something warm and comforting. With just a few basic ingredients like ground beef and cabbage, it's easy to put together.

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    Slow Cooker Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

    Slow Cooker Barbecue Beef Sandwiches.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Homemade Slow Cooker Barbecue Beef Sandwiches are a simple and delicious option for dinner. This is a great meal to enjoy after a long day.

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    Ground Beef Flautas

    Ground beef flautas.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    These crispy flautas are filled with ground beef and melted cheese, perfect for a quick meal. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy them with a refreshing avocado cilantro sauce.

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    Instant Pot Cabbage Roll Soup

    Instant Pot Cabbage Roll Soup.
    Photo Credit: Lynn's Way of Life.

    Instant Pot Cabbage Roll Soup is a quick and easy way to enjoy the flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls. Packed with cabbage, lean ground beef, and rice, this dish is perfect for busy nights.

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    Mexican Picadillo

    Mexican Picadillo.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    This dish features ground beef cooked with vibrant Latin spices, tomatoes, and plenty of vegetables. It's a flavorful and satisfying meal that's perfect for summer.

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    Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This soup is perfect for anyone who enjoys stuffed peppers. It's a filling meal, especially when served with cheese and breadsticks.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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