Vegan Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Vegan Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet, a wholesome, one-pan recipe bursting with flavor and nutrient-packed goodness. This quick and easy dish combines hearty vegan ground meat with a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and red bell pepper, all seasoned with smoky paprika, cumin, and a splash of soy sauce for a rich, savory profile. Baby spinach adds a delightful touch of greenery while boosting the nutritional benefits, making this skillet meal ideal for plant-based diets. Ready in just 40 minutes, this high-protein vegan recipe is perfect for busy home cooks seeking a satisfying and healthy meal that pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread. Try this versatile, comforting dish tonight and enjoy a hassle-free dinner packed with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 12 ounces vegan ground meat
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon (to taste) salt
- 0.25 cup, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and sliced carrots. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the vegan ground meat to the other side. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking the ground meat apart with a spatula, until it browns slightly.
Mix the vegetables and ground meat together in the skillet, then add the soy sauce, smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt. Stir everything to combine.
Add the baby spinach on top of the mixture and gently fold it in. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Remove the skillet from heat and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.6 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5472 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 72.0 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2754 mg | 59% | |
*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.
