Whole30 Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Whole30 Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet—a hearty, one-pan dish that’s loaded with flavor and packed with nutrient-rich vegetables. Perfect for those following a Whole30 diet or anyone seeking a healthy meal option, this recipe combines juicy ground beef or turkey with vibrant bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and broccoli, all simmered in a fragrant medley of Italian seasoning and canned tomatoes. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying option for busy nights. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of brightness, this skillet is not only paleo-friendly and gluten-free but also irresistibly delicious. Serve it hot as a standalone meal or pair it with cauliflower rice for a more filling experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and shredded
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the browned meat from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Stir in the chopped bell pepper, diced zucchini, shredded carrot, and broccoli florets. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Return the cooked ground meat to the skillet and mix well with the vegetables.

Step 8

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juice and stir to combine.

Step 9

Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir thoroughly.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Whole30-friendly meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1554.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1759.6

Total Fat 132.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 371.1mg	0%
Sodium 3359.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 90.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400.2mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 3434.8mg	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: 67.0%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 12.6%