Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
A delicious one-pan meal balancing ground beef, sweet potatoes, and zucchini for a nutritious and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup beef broth
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and dice the sweet potato, chop the zucchinis and onions, and mince the garlic.
Cooking the Base
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Brown the Beef
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and break it apart as it cooks until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Add Sweet Potatoes
- Stir in the diced sweet potato. Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 10 minutes.
Introduce the Zucchini
- Add the diced zucchini, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the Broth
- Pour in the beef broth, cover the skillet, and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Check for Tenderness
- After cooking, check if the vegetables are tender. Adjust cooking time if needed.
Final Adjustments
- Stir everything together and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
- Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Customize this dish by using different vegetables or proteins. You can also add spices to suit your taste.