Description
This Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is a one-pan meal that’s hearty, healthy, and packed with flavor! Ground beef is paired with sweet potatoes and zucchini for a balanced dish full of protein, fiber, and nutrients. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, it’s easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite seasonings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the ground beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
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Cook the sweet potatoes: In the same skillet, add the diced sweet potatoes. Cook over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sweet potatoes are tender and starting to brown slightly. If the skillet gets too dry, add a bit more olive oil or a splash of water.
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Add the vegetables: Add the diced onion, garlic, and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and the onions are translucent.
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Season the skillet: Sprinkle the paprika, cumin, turmeric (if using), salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Stir to coat evenly and allow the spices to toast for about 1 minute.
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Combine the beef: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and mix everything together. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and everything to heat through.
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Serve and garnish: Once the sweet potatoes are tender and the mixture is well-combined, remove from heat. Serve the skillet warm, garnished with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro.
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Enjoy: Serve as a standalone dish or pair it with a side of rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a more filling meal.
Notes
- You can swap the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of cheese on top during the last few minutes of cooking, allowing it to melt.
- You can add some chili flakes or hot sauce if you like a bit of spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Skillet Meal
- Method: Stir-frying, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg