Description
This Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is a hearty, nutritious, and flavorful one-pan meal made with tender sweet potatoes, savory ground beef, and crisp zucchini—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 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 the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Brown the beef for 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain any excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the sweet potato cubes and season with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cover the skillet and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add the diced zucchini to the skillet, cooking uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to soften while maintaining a slight crunch.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.
Notes
- Dice sweet potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease.
- Fresh herbs can enhance flavor significantly.
- This dish can be customized with various spices or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
