This ground beef stir fry with vegetables is an easy, simple and quick meal. It is made with stir-fried zucchini, onion, ground beef, and tomatoes. This dish is healthy and perfect for a tasty dinner.
It is a healthy main dish, and it is perfect for easy dinner or lunch. Serve it with Belgian Fries, Seaweed Rice Balls or Baked Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes for lunch and with Roasted Green Beans and Carrots, Buttered Peas Recipe or Homemade Pizza Fries for dinner.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This recipe is a whole meal that is healthy and full of nutritious.
- Easy stir fry recipe for dinner or lunch.
- This is a low-carb, gluten free and keto friendly dish. So anyone can enjoy it.
- This recipe is freezer friendly and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
Zucchini: It contains zero fat, and is high in water and
Beef: It is the source of protein in this recipe. Love to cook with beef? Check Beef Yaki Udon, Chinese Chilli Beef And Beef Rissoles.
Tomatoes: An excellent source of the antioxidant. Also, they are a good source of vitamin C, K and others.
Seasonings: Dry basil, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom pods, ground ginger , salt and black pepper.
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Variations & Substitutions
- Add in more veggies such as green pepper, carrots, green beans or peas.
- Top your dish with some shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese.
- Add in some fresh herbs such as fresh basil, dill, parsley or cilantro.
- For extra flavor, add ¼ cup of tomato sauce.
- Replace ground beef with chicken or shrimp.
- If you like garlic, you can add 2-3 minced garlic cloves.
How to Make Ground Beef Stir Fry With Vegetables
One: In a skillet, cook the onion over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, add the beef and stir fry until brown.
Two: Add in all the seasonings, chopped zucchini and tomatoes, stir.
Three: Lower the heat and simmer for about 10-20 minutes or until zucchini is soft. Serve!
Tips For Making Delicious Ground Beef Stir Fry With Veggies
- Don't overcook the zucchini, or it will be mushy.
- Cut the zucchini into bite-size pieces so they cook faster.
- For best results, use extra lean beef.
How To Serve
Serve this dish for lunch with Bake Sweet Potatoes in Foil, Spicy Potato Salad or Roast Potatoes With Garlic And Thyme.
And for dinner with Greek Chicken Salad, Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad or Rocket Salad with Parmesan.
Storage
To store: Keep leftovers in the fridge, covered for 2-3 days.
To freeze: you can freeze this dish for up to 4-5 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use your favorite stir fry sauce.
Rice, pasta or pita bread.
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Recipe Card
Ground Beef Stir Fry With Vegetables
Ingredients
- 500 g Zucchini
- 500 g Ground beef
- ½ cup Tomatoes
- 2 teaspoon Dry basil
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- 1 teaspoon Ginger powder
- 3 pods Green cardamom
- 3 pods Cloves
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, stir fry the onion for 1-2 minutes then add the ground beef and stir fry until brown.
- Add in all the seasonings, zucchini and tomatoes.
- Lower the heat to simmer for about 10-20 minutes or until zucchini is fully cooked.
Notes
- Don't overcook the zucchini, or it will be mushy.
- Cut the zucchini into bite-size pieces so they cook faster.
- For best results, use extra lean beef.
Variations
- Add in more veggies such as green pepper, carrots, green beans or peas.
- Top your dish with some shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese.
- Add in some fresh herbs such as fresh basil, dill, parsley or cilantro.
- For extra flavor, add ¼ cup of tomato sauce.
- Replace ground beef with chicken or shrimp.
- If you like garlic, you can add 2-3 minced garlic cloves.
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