Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is the ultimate one-pan meal that combines hearty ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, and vibrant zucchini for a comforting dish that’s both nutritious and delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this skillet delight is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. The blend of smoked paprika and oregano elevates the flavors, ensuring every bite is satisfying. Plus, with minimal cleanup involved, you can focus on what really matters—enjoying your meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart while browning for about 5–7 minutes until no longer pink.
- Stir in sweet potato cubes; season with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Add zucchini to the skillet and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until slightly soft.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 337
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 285mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg