Description

This Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is a hearty, one-pan dish made with lean beef, sweet potatoes, and zucchini. It’s nutritious, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)

2 medium zucchinis, diced

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 large onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp Italian herbs

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Instructions

Wash and prepare all vegetables: dice zucchini and onion, peel and cube sweet potatoes.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Increase heat slightly, add ground beef, and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
Stir in cubed sweet potatoes. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender.
Add diced zucchini to the skillet and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, until zucchini is just tender and mixture is heated through.
Remove from heat and serve warm.

Notes

Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Make vegetarian with plant-based crumbles or beans.
Add red pepper flakes or chili for heat.
Prep veggies ahead of time for a faster meal.
Serve alone or with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 370
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 75mg