A simple and delicious gluten-free ground beef skillet recipe packed with vegetables and savory spices, perfect for a quick and hearty meal.
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary.
Add diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Stir in diced tomatoes, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing flavors to combine.
Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve warm.