Cheezy Beef & Zoodle Bowl
Our Cheezy Beef & Zoodle Bowl is a neat way to experiment with eating vegetables in a variety of ways —-spiralized! For picky eaters, it can be helpful to try the same food over again, just in a different way.
Cheezy Beef & Zoodle Bowl is a great source of protein and fat. Combining these nutrients help keep your child full and nourished until the next meal/snack. This recipe features lean ground beef, zucchini and nutritional yeast, which are a great source of iron, protein, B vitamins and zinc. Zinc supports our immune system. Protein is important for proper growth, development, bone and muscle health!
This recipe is highly customizable! You can swap lean ground beef for ground turkey or chicken according to your child’s sensory preferences and nutritional needs.
Ingredients
1 lb Extra Lean Ground Beef
3 tbsps Nutritional Yeast
1 tbsp Fresh Dill (chopped, divided)
1/4 tsp Sea Salt
2 Zucchini (spiralized)
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Directions
Add the beef to a pan, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Once it is cooked through and no longer pink, add the nutritional yeast, half of the fresh dill and sea salt. Mix together until evenly combined and set the mixture aside in a bowl.
Drain the excess beef drippings and place the pan back on medium heat. Toss in the zucchini and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until cooked to your preference.
Divide the zucchini noodles into bowls and top with the ground beef mixture and remaining dill. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days. Freeze for up to three months.
Additional Toppings
Add cherry tomatoes or bell peppers.
Make it Vegan
Use black beans instead of ground beef.
No Spiralizer
Chop the zucchini into small circles and sauté until they're cooked to your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Makes 4 Servings
Nutrients per serving: Calories: 242| Protein: 28 grams | Fiber: 2 grams | Carbohydrates: 5 grams | Fat: 12 grams | Sugar: 2 grams
