Description
A healthy, flavorful one-pan meal made with ground beef, zucchini, and classic taco seasonings, topped with melted cheese and optional fresh garnishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced zucchini and bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are fully cooked and flavors meld.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover, and let it melt for about 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced avocado if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, skip the tomato sauce or reduce the amount.
- Use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner protein alternative.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice.
- This dish is great for meal prep and reheats well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg