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Cheesy Ground Beef And Zucchini Skillet

Keto
Budget-Friendly
Quick
High Protein
One-Pot
Cheesy Ground Beef And Zucchini Skillet
Meal Slot:
Lunch
Prep Time:
5
minutes
Cook Time:
10
minutes
Calories:
399
Kcal
Protein:
24
g
Carbs:
3
g
Fat:
32
g
Cuisine:
American
Allergens:
Dairy
Serves:
1
Description

This skillet recipe is perfect for a quick, high-protein keto lunch that won’t leave you with a pile of dishes. It combines budget-friendly ground beef with fresh zucchini for a boost of nutrients and fiber. Topped with melted cheese, it’s a comforting and flavorful dish that delivers on macros and taste, ready in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 tbsp Avocado oil
  • 3 oz Ground beef
  • 1/2 cup Zucchini
  • 1/2 tsp Total of: garlic powder and onion powder
  • 1 oz Shredded cheddar cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Directions
  1. Heat the avocado oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
  3. Stir in the chopped zucchini, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the zucchini is tender-crisp.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover the skillet, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Serve immediately, directly from the skillet.

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