Beef and Zucchini Stir-Fry with Ginger and Coconut Aminos

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Quick sautéed ground beef and zucchini strips flavored with fresh ginger and coconut aminos for a Whole30 compliant high-protein stir-fry. This Asian-inspired Whole30 recipe (high-protein), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs ground beef (85% lean), medium zucchini, fresh ginger root for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook, breaking apart with a spatula, for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Season with 1 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Push the beef to one side of the skillet and add 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger to the oil, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 medium julienned zucchinis and 3 tablespoons coconut aminos to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for 4-5 minutes until zucchini is tender but still slightly crisp.
  4. Step 4: If desired, sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes for gentle heat and stir. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.

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