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Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet


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  • Author: Chef Sara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4–5 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful one-pan meal with ground beef, sweet potatoes, zucchini, and a savory tomato-Dijon sauce. Perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.


Ingredients

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 lb ground beef

1 clove garlic, minced

½ cup finely diced onion

½ cup diced red bell pepper

2½ cups diced sweet potatoes

¼ cup beef broth or water

1 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced

1 tsp Dijon mustard

⅓ cup tomato passata or tomato sauce

½ tsp dried oregano

⅛ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Optional: cooked cauliflower rice for serving


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground beef and garlic. Cook for about 7 minutes, breaking up meat until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté onion and red bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add sweet potatoes and broth. Cover and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add zucchini and cook for another 3 minutes until tender.
  6. Return beef to skillet. Stir in Dijon mustard, tomato sauce, oregano, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1–2 more minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve, optionally with cauliflower rice.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • Add extra vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or carrots.
  • Spice it up with smoked paprika or cayenne.
  • Top with shredded cheese for a creamy twist.
  • Omit sweet potatoes and serve over cauliflower rice for low-carb option.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sautéed
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg