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Zucchini and Black Bean Beef Skillet

Zucchini and Black Bean Skillet is an easy dinner to throw together that is delicious and healthy. Ground beef with rice, beans, and zucchini and tied together with tomatoes and seasonings make it a one pot wonder that your whole family will love.
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Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 4 small zucchini quartered lengthwise and diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cans 15 oz each Black Beans, drained & rinsed or 3 cups
  • 1 can 28 oz Petite Diced Tomatoes, undrained
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Add ground beef, onion, and bell pepper to a large 13” skillet over medium heat. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sauté until ground beef is browned.
  2. Add zucchini and oregano and let simmer for a couple minutes.
  3. Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, and rice. Stir well and let cook until zucchini is soft.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  5. Turn off heat and sprinkle with cheese.
  6. Serve and enjoy!