Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Experience the comforting flavors of our Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet, a delightful one-pan meal perfect for any busy weeknight. This dish combines tender ground beef with vibrant zucchini and hearty sweet potatoes, creating a satisfying dinner loaded with nutrients. With just a single skillet needed for preparation, cleanup is effortless, making it an ideal choice for families or those on the go. The rich taste profile is elevated by smoked paprika and oregano, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- 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
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 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 to the skillet; brown for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
- Stir in sweet potato cubes along with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add diced zucchini and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until zucchini is slightly soft but still crunchy.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg