Best 4 Stove Top Zucchini And Ground Beef Skillet Recipes
Zucchini is a versatile summer squash that can be prepared in a variety of ways. One popular method is to cook it in a skillet with ground beef. This dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
ZUCCHINI BEEF SKILLET
This is a speedy summer recipe that uses up those abundant garden goodies: Zucchini, tomatoes and green peppers. -Becky Calder, Kingston, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, crumble beef and cook with onion and pepper over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain., Stir in seasonings, vegetables, water and rice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, 10-15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Remove from heat; let stand until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 749mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
GROUND BEEF ZUCCHINI SKILLET
"My mom gave me this recipe when I was searching for other entrees with ground beef and veggies that my kids would eat," writes Carol Kurpjuweit of Humansville, Missouri. "It's great with garlic bread."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the corn, tomatoes, zucchini, mushrooms, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until heated through and zucchini is tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
ZUCCHINI AND GROUND BEEF SKILLET
This is my wife's favorite meal. A flavorful blend of ground beef, vegetables, and your favorite cheese. A true one-skillet meal that will satisfy your whole family!
Provided by rollman
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
- Stir mushrooms, tomato sauce, olives, and garlic into the skillet. Crush stewed tomatoes into smaller pieces and add to the mixture. Season with salt and white pepper. Let simmer, uncovered, until liquid reduces, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Slice zucchini lengthwise; cut into 1/2-inch slices and add to the skillet. Cook, covered, until firm yet tender to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in Cheddar cheese and cook, covered, until melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 133.1 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 41.8 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 1308 mg, Sugar 13.4 g
ZUCCHINI AND GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE
I love to cook fresh zucchini and adding these six good ingredients makes a delicious and easy dinner casserole to please the entire family. Enjoy.
Provided by pink cook
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Brown ground beef with chopped onions, chopped garlic, salt and pepper.
- Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes or until meat is well cooked.
- Add jarred salsa and cumin. Cover and simmer in low heat for another 10 minutes until flavors blend.
- Add the zucchini chunks. Cover and cook for about 10 more minutes until zucchini is cooked, but not too soft.
- NOTE: this is a versatile casserole with 6 basic ingredients for a budget or low calorie dish, but every person can add some other ingredients to their own taste like: ground turkey, ground or shredded chicken instead of the ground beef, corn or cheese. Also can be serve it with rice, spaghetti or any other pasta, in tacos or burritos, etc. Hope you enjoy it in any way you make it.
- I want to thank all of you for trying my recipe and for posting these good reviews and suggestions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.4, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 472.9, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 5, Protein 25.2
Tips:
- Use a large skillet: This will help to prevent overcrowding and ensure that the zucchini and ground beef cook evenly.
- Brown the ground beef over medium-high heat: This will help to develop flavor and prevent the beef from becoming dry.
- Drain the ground beef: This will remove any excess grease and help to keep the dish from becoming greasy.
- Add the zucchini to the skillet and cook until tender: You want the zucchini to be tender, but not mushy.
- Season the dish with your favorite spices: Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cumin.
- Serve the dish immediately: This is a great dish to serve with rice, pasta, or potatoes.
Conclusion:
This stove-top zucchini and ground beef skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The zucchini is tender and flavorful, and the ground beef is juicy and well-seasoned. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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