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Zucchini & Ground Beef Skillet – Bariatric Recipes

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Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1 People
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ozs Extra Lean Ground Beef
  • 1/2 Garlic (cloves, minced)
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup Diced Tomatoes (with juices)
  • 1/3 Zucchini (medium, chopped)
  • 1/3 tsp Cumin
  • 1 1/6 tsp Onion Powder

Method
 

  1. Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add the beef, garlic, salt, and pepper and cook for five to eight minutes, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain extra fat if needed.
  2. Add the diced tomatoes, zucchini, cumin, and onion powder. Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes. Place into your bowl and enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days. 
Serving Size: One serving equals approximately 1 1/2 cups.
More Flavor: Add chili powder and/or green chilis.
Additional Topping: Add red pepper flakes.
Make it Vegan: Use extra firm tofu instead of ground beef.
 
NUTRITION
amount per serving
 
Calories.........191
Fat....................09g
Carbs...............07g
Fiber.................02g
Sugar.................05g
Protein.............19g