Beef And Zucchini Dish Recipe

A quick and easy Italian-inspired beef and zucchini skillet recipe, ready in under 30 minutes! This flavorful dish features tender beef, sautéed zucchini, and a rich, cheesy sauce, all served over fluffy rice. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 327.2 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef And Zucchini Dish

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How to Make Beef And Zucchini Dish

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel.
  4. Coat the skillet with cooking spray.
  5. Add the diced zucchini and minced garlic to the skillet.
  6. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the zucchini is slightly tender.
  7. Stir in the browned beef, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and 1/2 cup of marinara sauce.
  8. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  9. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in 2/3 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese until melted.
  11. Serve the beef and zucchini mixture over 2 cups of cooked rice.
  12. Sprinkle the remaining 1/3 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

15g

Carbs

12g