Ground Beef Zucchini Dish
Ground Beef Zucchini Dish is a hearty and nutritious meal that showcases the delightful combination of tender ground beef and fresh zucchini, simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This one-pan recipe is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its vibrant colors and savory flavors, this dish will be a hit at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in the sliced zucchini and cook for about five minutes until tender but slightly crisp.
- Pour in tomato sauce and Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper. Simmer on low for ten minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot from the skillet or plated, optionally drizzled with olive oil or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg