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Easy Sweet Potato Zucchini Ground Beef Skillet

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This easy Sweet Potato Zucchini Ground Beef Skillet is a healthy and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. It’s packed with nutrients and comes together in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add sweet potato and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
  4. Add zucchini, diced tomatoes (with juice), oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until sweet potato is tender.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

Serve over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal. You can also top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.

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