Ground Beef and Zucchini Hash

Name: Ground Beef and Zucchini Hash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb (340g) ground beef; 2 medium zucchini, diced (about 3/4 cup per person — keep within limit); 1 bell pepper, diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 tablespoons scallion greens, sliced; Salt and black pepper to taste

easy · Beef · 30 min · Serves 2

A hearty, one-pan dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes. Seasoned ground beef with tender zucchini and sweet bell pepper, all in one skillet.

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Ingredients

• 3/4 lb (340g) ground beef
• 2 medium zucchini, diced (about 3/4 cup per person — keep within limit)
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons scallion greens, sliced
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Method

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. 2. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook 7–8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if needed. 3. Push beef to one side. Add bell pepper and cook 3 minutes until softened. 4. Add zucchini and stir everything together. Cook 4–5 minutes until zucchini is tender. 5. Sprinkle in paprika, cumin, and oregano. Stir well and cook 1 more minute. 6. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. 7. Serve topped with scallion greens.