Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet

Packed with flavor and loaded with nutritious ingredients, this Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet is the perfect one-pan meal for busy weeknights. Featuring your choice of ground beef or turkey, this recipe is infused with aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme, and brought to life with a medley of vibrant vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and red bell peppers. A touch of tomato paste and a splash of broth create a rich, hearty base, while frozen peas add a pop of sweetness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free and family-friendly dish is as convenient as it is comforting. Serve it straight from the skillet, garnished with fresh parsley, for a wholesome dinner that’s sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 2 medium carrots, julienned
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cup beef or vegetable broth
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until onions are translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet. Cook while breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Once the meat is browned, stir in the zucchini, carrots, salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and stir well to combine with the meat and vegetables.

Step 7

Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let cook for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your savory ground meat and vegetable skillet!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1368.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1736.6

Total Fat 121.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 362.9mg	0%
Sodium 4440.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 32.4g
Protein 95.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 299.0mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 3462.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.3%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 16.0%