Zucchini-Infused Spiced Ground Beef Tacos

Name: Zucchini-Infused Spiced Ground Beef Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 16 oz ground beef; 1 cup zucchini; 1/4 cup onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp chili powder; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1/4 cup cilantro

Juicy ground beef tacos with hidden zucchini for moisture, enhanced with cumin and fresh lime, ideal for meal prep.

Cuisine: Mexican

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 12 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

16 oz ground beef
1 cup zucchini
1/4 cup onion
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp chili powder
1 tbsp lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup diced onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened, then add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 16 oz ground beef, breaking it into small pieces, and cook for 5 minutes until browned. Stir in 1 cup grated zucchini, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp chili powder. Cook for 3 minutes until zucchini is tender.
Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp lime juice and remove from heat. Cool slightly, then fold in 1/4 cup minced cilantro.