Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is a colorful, one-pan meal that effortlessly combines the savory richness of lean ground beef with the sweet earthiness of zucchini and sweet potatoes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for about 3 minutes until translucent.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 5–7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add diced zucchini and any additional spices you desire; cook uncovered for another 5 minutes until all ingredients are cooked through.
- Serve warm directly from the skillet or plated, drizzling with olive oil or sprinkling fresh herbs on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg