Description
This Ground Beef and Zucchini Skillet recipe combines Mexican-inspired flavors with wholesome ingredients for a delicious and satisfying one-pan meal. Packed with lean ground beef, vegetables, beans, and gooey cheese, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Skillet:
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
- 1 small zucchini, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 small red onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 1/3 cup of homemade taco seasoning)
- 1 cup Mexican-style or monetary jack shredded cheese blend
Optional Garnishes:
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 3–4 sliced green onions
Instructions
- Cook Sweet Potato: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add avocado oil and sweet potato cubes. Cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Add zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Cook Ground Beef: Move vegetables to one side and add ground beef to the skillet. Cook for 7-9 minutes, breaking into small pieces. Drain excess grease.
- Combine Ingredients: Reduce heat, add black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, corn, and taco seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture, cover with a lid, and let it melt for 2 minutes off the heat.
- Serve: Remove the lid, garnish with cilantro and green onions, then serve.
Notes
- This skillet meal is versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings like avocado, sour cream, or salsa.
- You can make this recipe vegetarian by substituting the beef with plant-based crumbles or tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
