Ground Beef Zucchini Skillet
This hearty skillet combines savory ground beef with fresh zucchini and sweet potatoes for a nutritious, one-pan meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet preferably non-stick
- 1 knife
- 1 cutting board
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis diced
- 1 large sweet potato peeled and cubed
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika optional
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- Stir in cubed sweet potatoes; cover and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender.
- Add diced zucchini, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook uncovered for another 7 minutes until zucchini is tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables for best flavor.
- Variations: add bell peppers or mushrooms.
- Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days.
