Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet, a delightful one-pan meal that combines lean ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, and fresh zucchini. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor thanks to savory seasonings like smoked paprika and oregano, this dish offers both satisfaction and healthiness. Plus, the minimal cleanup makes it an ideal choice for any home cook!
- 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 pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground beef; break apart while cooking. Brown for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
- Stir in cubed sweet potatoes; 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 slightly crunchy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg