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Zucchini & Beef Skillet, plated

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Zucchini & Beef Skillet

  • 30 min
  • 2–6 servings
  • 455 kcal / serving

A weeknight-friendly skillet with ground beef, zucchini, and onion, finished with cilantro and warm spices. The mix stays tender and savory with a light bite from the zucchini.

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Ingredients

  • ½ small bunchcilantro
  • 2 clovesgarlic
  • ¾ lblean ground beef
  • ½ mediumyellow onion
  • 2 mediumzucchini squash
  • yellow onions

From the pantry: black pepper, chili powder, cumin, ground, salt, virgin coconut oil

Cookware

chef's knife · colander · cutting board · garlic press (optional) · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · nonstick skillet · stirring spoon

Directions

  1. Rinse and dry all fresh produce, then prep the cilantro separate from the stems.
  2. Trim and discard ends of the zucchini, slice into thin half-rounds at an angle, and place in a medium bowl.
  3. Dice the half onion into small pieces and add to the bowl with the zucchini.
  4. Peel and mince the garlic, then add it to the bowl with the vegetables.
  5. Heat a nonstick skillet and melt a bit of coconut oil over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned and crumbly, about 3–4 minutes; transfer to a bowl but keep the pan with some juices.
  7. To the same skillet, cook the zucchini, onion, and garlic, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned, about 4–6 minutes.
  8. Gently tear or chop the cilantro leaves, discarding the stems, and set aside.
  9. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper into the skillet; stir to distribute the spices.
  10. Return the beef to the skillet and mix in about three quarters of the cilantro; toss to combine.
  11. Divide onto plates and scatter the remaining cilantro over the top before serving.

Two tips

  • Prep the cilantro leaves ahead and refrigerate for fresh garnish.
  • Serve with a side of rice or warm tortillas if desired.

Nutrition per serving

Calories
455 kcal
Protein
35 g
Carbs
11 g
Fat
30 g
Fiber
4 g
Sodium
140 mg

Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.

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