Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Savor the delightful flavors of the Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet, a perfect one-pan meal that brings comfort and nutrition to your dinner table. This hearty dish combines tender ground beef, vibrant zucchini, and sweet potatoes for a wholesome experience that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, it’s not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, you’ll want to make this savory skillet a regular part of your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (2–3 minutes).
- Add ground beef; cook until browned (5–7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks. 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; cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until softened but slightly crunchy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg