Description
This quick and easy zucchini and ground beef skillet recipe is a flavorful one-pan dish perfect for busy weeknights. With simple ingredients and a short cooking time, it’s a great way to enjoy a wholesome meal without much effort.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Zucchini and Ground Beef Skillet:
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80% lean)
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 bell pepper (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Wash and chop the zucchini into half-moons; dice the bell pepper and onion.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
- Cook the Beef: Add ground beef; cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in diced bell pepper and zucchini; sauté until zucchini is tender yet crisp (5-6 minutes).
- Season and Serve: Season with salt, pepper, and any preferred spices. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite herbs and spices.
- This dish pairs well with a side of rice or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté, Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Zucchini, Ground Beef, Skillet Recipe, Easy Dinner
