Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that’s both quick to prepare and packed with flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a nutritious dish that combines hearty ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, and fresh zucchini, all seasoned to perfection with smoked paprika and oregano. This vibrant skillet meal not only satisfies your cravings but also delivers essential nutrients, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Plus, its versatility allows you to customize it with any veggies or spices you have on hand.
- 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. Sauté onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink.
- Stir in sweet potato cubes and season with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add zucchini and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg