Description
A simple and hearty high-protein ground beef skillet packed with vegetables and seasoned for a flavorful, nutritious meal perfect for quick dinners.
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
Stir in diced red bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Add smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until they start to soften.
Stir in chopped spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Remove from heat and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes