Hereβs a quick, nutritious, and flavorful Ground Beef & Vegetable Skillet recipe β perfect for a weeknight dinner, meal prep, or a low-carb option.
π₯©π₯¦ Ground Beef & Vegetable Skillet
π½οΈ Servings: 4
β±οΈ Total Time: 25β30 minutes
π₯ One-pan, budget-friendly, and customizable!
π Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef (lean preferred)
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1 tbsp olive oil (if using very lean beef)
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1 small onion, chopped
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2β3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 zucchini, diced
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 carrot, thinly sliced or shredded
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Β½ cup frozen corn or peas (optional)
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2 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of thyme, oregano, and basil)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Red pepper flakes (optional)
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Β½ cup shredded cheese (optional topping β cheddar or mozzarella)
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Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
πͺ Instructions:
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Cook the ground beef:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef (and oil if needed).
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Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5β7 minutes).
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Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add onion and garlic:
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Stir in chopped onion and garlic.
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Cook for 2β3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
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Add vegetables:
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Stir in zucchini, bell pepper, broccoli, carrot, and corn or peas.
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Season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
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Cook for about 8β10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until veggies are tender but not mushy.
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(Optional) Melt cheese:
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Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
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Cover skillet and cook on low for 1β2 minutes until cheese melts.
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Garnish & serve:
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Top with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot.
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π Serving ideas:
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Serve over rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes.
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Wrap in a tortilla for a quick burrito.
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Keep it low-carb by serving as-is or over cauliflower rice.
π Variations:
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Add canned tomatoes or tomato sauce for a saucier skillet.
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Swap ground beef for ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based option.
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Use whatever veggies you have on hand (mushrooms, spinach, green beans, etc.).
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