Description
This Ground Beef and Zucchini Skillet combines lean beef, fresh zucchini, and basil pesto for a delightful, quick meal. Perfect for busy weeknights and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/3 cup diced shallot
- 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 2 small zucchini, diced
- 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Chopped basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle in some olive oil. Add the ground beef, crumbling and cooking for 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate the shallots and garlic into the skillet, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Push the beef mixture to one side of the skillet and add the zucchini and corn, seasoning them lightly with salt and pepper.
- Cook until the beef is fully cooked and the zucchini is tender. Stir in the basil pesto and balsamic vinegar until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then garnish with chopped basil before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes while cooking the beef.
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg