Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet (Bariatric-Friendly)

Why It’s Bariatric-Friendly

• Balanced protein + fiber

• No heavy sauces

• Soft texture, easy to chew

• Simple, whole ingredients

Ingredients (Serves 3–4 small portions)

• 1 lb lean ground beef (90–93%)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small sweet potato, peeled & diced small

• 1 medium zucchini, diced

• ½ small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp cumin

• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add sweet potato and cook 6–8 minutes until tender (cover if needed).

3. Add onion and garlic; sauté 1 minute.

4. Add ground beef, break apart, and cook until browned.

5. Stir in zucchini, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.

6. Cook 3–4 minutes until zucchini is just tender.

Serving Tips (Post-Op Friendly)

• Serve ½–¾ cup per portion

• Chew well, eat slowly

• Add a spoon of Greek yogurt if tolerated

Variations

• Swap beef for ground turkey

• Add spinach for extra iron

• Sprinkle feta (if dairy is tolerated)

Q & A

Q: Can this be meal-prepped?
A: Yes—keeps well 3 days refrigerated.

Q: Is sweet potato okay for bariatric diets?
A: Yes—in small portions for fiber and vitamins.