Paleo by Nature

Category: Skillet Meal

Skillet meals

  • 🥘 Beef & Veggie Skillet – AIP Friendly

    Ingredients:

    • 1 lb (ground or chopped) beef (grass-fed preferred)
    • 1 small head of broccoli, chopped
    • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
    • 2 carrots, diced
    • 1 small onion, chopped (omit if sensitive; sub 1 tsp ginger or celery for flavor)
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced (omit for strict elimination phase)
    • 1 tbsp coconut aminos (optional for umami flavor)
    • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
    • Sea salt and pepper to taste
    • Fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice to finish

    Instructions:

    1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    2. Add beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
    3. In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
    4. Add carrots and broccoli; cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.
    5. Stir in zucchini and cook another 3 minutes.
    6. Return beef to the skillet, add coconut aminos if using, and stir to combine.
    7. Cook for another minute or two until everything is heated through.
    8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

    💚 Chef’s Note: The coconut aminos and lemon juice replace the depth and acidity you’d normally get from nightshade spices or sauces — keeping it flavorful yet fully AIP-friendly.

  • Sunrise Sweet Potato Hash

    Sunrise Sweet Potato Hash

    Kickstart your morning with this vibrant, energy-boosting hash. Sweet potatoes provide complex carbs for sustained energy, while sautéed veggies and protein keep you full and focused.

    Ingredients:

    2 medium sweet potatoes, diced

    1 red bell pepper, chopped

    1 small onion, chopped

    2 cloves garlic, minced

    2 cups kale, chopped

    1 tbsp coconut oil

    1 tsp sea salt

    1/2 tsp smoked paprika

    1/4 tsp black pepper

    2 eggs (omit for AIP variant or use collagen egg substitute)

    Instructions:

    Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

    Add sweet potatoes, onion, and bell pepper; cook 8–10 min until tender.

    Add garlic, kale, salt, paprika, and pepper; cook 2–3 min until kale wilts.

    Optional: Top with eggs, cooked to your preference.

    AIP-Friendly Variant: Omit eggs or use an approved egg substitute. Use sea salt and herbs instead of black pepper.

    Mindful Eating Note:
    Savor each bite slowly, noticing the natural sweetness of the potatoes and the warmth of the spices — a grounding way to start your day.