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Delicious Mexican Zucchini Beef Skillet with ground beef and colorful vegetables

Mexican Zucchini and Ground Beef Skillet

A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring ground beef and zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional toppings
  • shredded cheese
  • cilantro
  • sour cream

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
  3. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the zucchini slices, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until zucchini is tender.
  6. Serve hot with optional toppings.

Notes

You can serve this dish alongside rice or warm tortillas for a heartier meal. It stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days and can be frozen for up to a month. For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with cooked black beans or lentils.