Mexican Beef and Zucchini Skillet
 
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This flavorful Mexican beef and veggies skillet comes together in less than 30 minutes. Serve with your favorite fiesta frills and chips!
Serves: 4
Ingredients
FOR THE SEASONING:
  • 1 tbsp. Chili Powder
  • 1 tbsp. Cumin
  • ½ tbsp. Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp. Mexican Oregano
  • ½ tsp. Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp. Salt
  • ½ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
FOR THE SKILLET:
  • 1 lb. Ground Beef
  • ½ Yellow Onion, chopped
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 2 Medium Zucchini, sliced into chunks
  • 1 Clamshell Cherry Tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (optional)
SUGGESTIONS FOR SERVING:
  • Sour Cream
  • Tortilla Chips
  • Sliced Black Olives
  • Cilantro
  • Fresh Lime Wedges
Instructions
  1. Whisk all seasoning ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Brown the ground beef over medium-high heat with the onion, garlic, and seasonings. Drain any excess grease, if necessary.
  3. Add the zucchini and tomatoes. Mix and cover. Continue to cook for another 8 minutes.
  4. Uncover, turn the heat off, and sprinkle with optional shredded cheese. Then cover again until the cheese is melted. Serve immediately with desired toppings.
Recipe by Slice of Jess at https://sliceofjess.com/mexican-beef-and-zucchini-skillet/