Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
If you’re in search of a comforting and nourishing meal that the entire family will adore, look no further than this Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet. This dish combines savory ground beef with tender zucchini and sweet potatoes, creating a delightful mix of flavors and textures that’s both satisfying and visually appealing. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend gatherings. The best part? It’s easily customizable, allowing you to adapt it with your favorite vegetables and spices. Enjoy a wholesome meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping all veggies into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and cook the ground beef until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add onions and garlic; sauté until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in zucchini and bell pepper; cook until they start to soften.
- Mix in sweet potatoes along with cumin and paprika. Cover the skillet and let simmer for about 10 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg