Ground Beef Zucchini Skillet (Print)
Savor ground beef, zucchini, and sweet potatoes in one skillet for a wholesome, flavorful dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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450 g lean ground beef (85/15 or 90/10)
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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
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2 medium zucchinis, diced
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings and Oil
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon paprika
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0.5 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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Fresh chopped parsley
# Steps:
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Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, dice the zucchinis and onion, and mince the garlic.
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Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
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Add the ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it apart, until it is browned and no longer pink.
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Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, and chili powder (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add diced sweet potatoes and season with salt and black pepper. Stir well, cover, and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are just tender.
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Stir in the diced zucchinis. Continue cooking uncovered for 5-7 minutes, or until zucchini is tender and most moisture has evaporated.
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Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the skillet just before serving.
# Notes:
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Dicing sweet potatoes to a uniform size ensures even cooking.
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For a spicier dish, add additional chili powder or a pinch of cayenne.