Stove Top Zucchini and Ground Beef Skillet
Savor the perfect balance of rich and hearty flavors with this easy Stove Top Zucchini and Ground Beef Skillet recipe. This one-pan wonder combines tender zucchini, savory ground beef, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and oregano, all simmered together in a tomato paste-infused sauce for a dish that's bursting with flavor. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a quick 20-minute cook time, this low-carb, gluten-free meal is ideal for busy weeknights or as a simple, wholesome dinner solution. Serve it as-is or pair it with crusty bread, rice, or a crisp side salad. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for those looking for quick skillet dinners packed with wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the zucchini and slice them into thin half-moons. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Push the ground beef to one side of the skillet, and add the diced onion and minced garlic to the empty side. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir everything together, then add the tomato paste, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to bloom.
Mix in the sliced zucchini. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but still slightly crisp.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.1 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 6416 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.2 g | ||
| Protein | 83.8 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2536 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
