Mexican Zucchini and Ground Beef Skillet
This quick and easy Mexican Zucchini Skillet recipe is packed with flavor and perfect for a weeknight meal! With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and healthy dish on the table in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and red bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Add zucchini, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes and green chilies.
- Stir in chili powder and cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until zucchini is tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or use a hotter variety of diced tomatoes and green chilies. You can also add ground beef or turkey for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: zucchini, skillet, mexican, vegetarian, easy