20 Minute Honey Garlic Beef Stir-fry

Weeknights are busy, but that doesn’t mean dinner has to be stressful—or bland. This 20-minute honey garlic beef stir-fry is quick, balanced, and nutrient-packed. Using Laura’s Lean Ground Beef, you get high-quality protein without the extra hormones or additives, paired with colorful vegetables and a flavorful sauce that’s both sweet and savory.

Why You’ll Love This 20-Minute Dinner

Busy weeknights call for recipes that are fast, delicious, and nourishing. This honey garlic beef stir-fry hits all the marks:

• Ready in 20 minutes — perfect for weeknights.
• Balanced nutrition — lean protein + colorful veggies + healthy fats.
• Family-friendly — savory-sweet flavor kids love.
• Made with Laura’s Lean Ground Organic Beef — high-quality protein raised without added hormones or antibiotics.

It’s the kind of meal that tastes like takeout but fuels like a functional medicine plate.

Ingredients: Makes 4 servings

1lb ground beef, I use Laura’s Lean Beef

2 C broccoli florets, make sure they’re cut small so they cook through quickly

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 C shredded carrots (also called matchstick carrots)

1 C snap peas

3 green onions, and extra for topping

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

3 tbsp oil of your choice

Sauce ingredients:

1/4 C low sodium tamari

3 tbsp honey

2 tbsp rice wine vinegar

1 tsp toasted sesame oil (or vegetable oil if there’s a sesame allergy)

1 tbsp arrowroot powder or corn starch

2 tbsp water

Directions:

1. In a small bowl whisk all the sauce ingredients together and set aside.
2. In a pan cook the beef until browned about 6-7 minutes. Remove the meat from the pan and set aside
3. Add 1 tbsp of oil to the pan in the center. Add the garlic, ginger and green onion directly to the oil and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add all the vegetables and another 1-2 tbsp of oil and cook them about 5 minutes until tender
5. Pour the meat back into the pan and the sauce. Mix well until everything is coated in the sauce and the sauce has thickened. About 2-3 minutes. Serve warm as is or over rice or quinoa

Nutrition Spotlight & Health Benefits

This stir-fry is balanced with protein, fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats:

• Laura’s Lean Ground Beef – Clean protein source rich in iron, zinc, and B vitamins to support energy, blood sugar stability, and muscle repair.
• Broccoli – High in vitamin C and sulforaphane, known for supporting immune health and detoxification.
• Bell Peppers – Packed with antioxidants and vitamin A for skin and eye health.
• Carrots – Rich in beta-carotene, helping reduce inflammation and support vision.
• Snap Peas – High in fiber for gut health and sustained energy.
• Garlic & Ginger – Natural anti-inflammatories with immune-boosting properties.
• Honey – Natural sweetener with antimicrobial benefits.
• Sesame Oil – Provides healthy fats to support hormones and brain function.

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Serving Suggestions

• Pair with brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
• Keep it low-carb by serving over cauliflower rice.
• Add chili flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.