Beefy Mexican Zucchini Skillet

by Jacqui Little, MS, RD, CD

Ingredients

Serves 6

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef 93%

• 2 garlic cloves, chopped

• 1 tsp. sea salt

• ½ tsp. black pepper

• 1 10-oz. can tomatoes & green chilies

• ½ tsp. onion powder

• 1 Tbsp. chili powder

• ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes

• 1 tsp. ground cumin

• 2 medium zucchini, diced

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Brown beef with garlic, salt and pepper over medium high heat, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes, and remaining spices. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Add zucchini, cook until tender, about 5-8 minutes. Top with cheddar cheese and serve.

Nutrition Info

Calories: 265

Fat: 14g

Sat Fat: 7

Trans Fat: 0g

Chol: 90mg

Carbohydrates: 5.2g

Fiber: 1.5g

Sodium: 540mg

Protein: 29g

Vit A: 15%DV

Vit C: 20%DV

Calcium: 15%DV

Iron: 20%DV