Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Discover the delightful Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet, a comforting one-pan meal that combines hearty flavors and nutritious ingredients in just 30 minutes. This dish showcases tender ground beef, vibrant zucchini, and sweet potatoes, all cooked together for an easy weeknight dinner that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome. Ideal for busy families or anyone seeking a quick yet flavorful meal, this skillet recipe can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or spices, ensuring you always have a delicious option at hand. Enjoy the convenience of minimal cleanup as you savor every bite of this savory delight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Brown for about 5-7 minutes until no longer pink; drain excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in sweet potato cubes and season with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Add diced zucchini and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg