Low Carb Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet
Packed with flavor and bursting with wholesome ingredients, this Low Carb Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet is the perfect quick and nutritious one-pan meal for busy weeknights. Featuring your choice of ground beef or turkey, sautéed with aromatic garlic, onion, and smoked paprika, this recipe is brimming with colorful, nutrient-rich vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, and zucchini. Ready in just 40 minutes, it combines bold spices like cumin and chili flakes for a flavorful kick while remaining light on carbs—perfect for keto, low-carb diets, or anyone seeking a healthier option. Finished with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, this skillet dish is hearty yet guilt-free, making it ideal for both meal prep and family dinners. Enjoy this simple, satisfying dish with minimal cleanup!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the cooked meat from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the diced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and sliced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the browned meat to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
Add the diced tomato, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, and chili flakes. Stir everything together and cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top just before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your low carb, savory ground meat and vegetable skillet!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1641 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.3 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.3 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2800 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 92.6 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 3023 mg | 64% | |
*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.
