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Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet in One Pan

Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet

A quick, hearty, and healthy one-pan meal packed with ground beef, tender zucchini, and sweet potatoes—perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (preferably lean)
  • 2 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (or your favorite cooking oil)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
  • Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and diced sweet potatoes. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until they begin to soften and brown.
  2. Push sweet potatoes to one side and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain fat if needed.
  3. Add diced onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped zucchini, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for another 5–7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  5. Adjust seasoning to taste. Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve warm.

Notes

Cut veggies evenly to ensure uniform cooking. Use a lid to speed up sweet potato softening or microwave them first. Customize with cheese, greens, or spice to suit your taste.

  • Author: Clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: ground beef, zucchini, sweet potato, skillet, one-pan, weeknight dinner