Description
This Zucchini and Ground Beef Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. Tender zucchini, colorful bell peppers, and savory ground beef come together in a delicious medley of flavors. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 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
- Prepare Vegetables: Wash and chop the zucchini into half-moons; dice the bell pepper and onion.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
- Cook Ground 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.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté, Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Zucchini, Ground Beef, Skillet, One-Pan Meal, Easy Dinner Recipe
