These days, finding ground beef seems like a tall task in some grocery stores.But just because you can't get a pack of ground chuck doesn't mean you have to miss out on your favorite dishes.Here are five substitutes that can create meaty and hearty meals with no ground beef in sight:.Finely chopped white or brown button mushrooms can easily stand in for ground beef in the right recipe.With a similar texture, ground chicken or turkey can be superb substitutes for ground beef. .Textured vegetable protein, is made from soy flour, and you probably already eat more of it than you think.Brown lentils, due to their small shape and similar color, make an excellent stand in for ground beef.Tofu's heartier cousin, tempeh, is also made from soybeans, but instead it's fermented into a firm patty.And with a mildly nutty taste and hearty texture, crumbled tempeh is a delightful substitute for ground beef