Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
A hearty skillet dish combining ground beef with fresh zucchini and sweet potatoes, offering a nutritious and flavorful meal perfect for any dinner occasion.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet for cooking the ingredients
- 1 spatula to stir and break up the beef
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis diced
- 1 large sweet potato peeled and diced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp smoked paprika optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
- Stir in diced sweet potato, cover skillet, cook for 10 minutes until tender.
- Add diced zucchini and smoked paprika, cook uncovered for 5-7 minutes until zucchini is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner protein alternative.
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
