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Ground Beef and Zucchini Skillet

One-Pan Ground Beef and Zucchini Skillet

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  • Author: Adeline Parker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A hearty one-pan skillet meal combining lean ground beef with zucchini, sweet potatoes, and other vegetables, seasoned with taco flavors and topped with melted cheese for a quick and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp avocado oil
  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed (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 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tsp)
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 packet (or 3 tbsp homemade) taco seasoning
  • 1 cup Mexican-style or Monterey Jack shredded cheese blend
  • Optional garnishes: ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 3-4 sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare your skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add avocado oil and swirl to coat.
  2. Cook sweet potato: Add the diced sweet potato to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until it begins to soften.
  3. Sauté remaining vegetables: Add the diced zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly tender.
  4. Brown the beef: Push the cooked vegetables to one side of the skillet. Place the lean ground beef on the other side. Cook, breaking up the beef into pieces, until it’s no longer pink, about 7-9 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  5. Combine and season: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir the black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes (with their juice), frozen corn, and taco seasoning into the beef and vegetable mixture. Stir everything well to combine.
  6. Melt the cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the skillet. Place a lid on the skillet, remove it from the heat, and let it sit for about 2 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt into a gooey layer.
  7. Garnish and serve: If desired, sprinkle with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions before serving warm. This hearty skillet is perfect on its own or with a side of rice.

Notes

  • Optional garnishes can include fresh cilantro and sliced green onions for added flavor.
  • This recipe is versatile and can be served alone or with rice.
  • Use homemade taco seasoning if preferred, about 3 tbsp.

Find it online: https://www.cookeryjoy.com/one-pan-ground-beef-and-zucchini-skillet/