Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is a hearty one-pan meal that combines lean ground beef, fresh zucchini, and sweet potatoes into a colorful dish bursting with flavor. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends, providing a nutritious and satisfying dinner option. Enjoy the delightful blend of textures and tastes that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Increase heat slightly and add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs until browned.
- Add the sweet potato cubes to the skillet, mix well, cover, and cook on low heat for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Uncover and stir in the diced zucchini; cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender.
- Serve hot, optionally drizzled with extra olive oil or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg