Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that blends hearty flavors with wholesome ingredients. This quick, nutritious dish features seasoned ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, and fresh zucchini, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its vibrant colors and comforting taste, this skillet is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. In just 30 minutes, you can create a savory dinner that’s not only delicious but also a great way to sneak in some vegetables!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- 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 the onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Brown for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink; drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in sweet potato cubes along with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate zucchini and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until slightly crunchy.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg