Rice Free Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
Mornings just got a serious upgrade with this hearty, colorful skillet packed with ground pork, sweet potatoes, and a lineup of fresh vegetables that makes it feel like a full meal from the very first bite. Sweet potatoes bring natural sweetness and satisfying substance, while carrots, zucchini, and baby spinach round out the pan with color and nutrition. The warm spice blend of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon gives the whole hash a gently aromatic depth that feels cozy without being heavy. A splash of apple cider vinegar at the end brightens everything up and ties the flavors together in a way that's surprisingly elegant for a one-pan breakfast. For anyone navigating a rice-free lifestyle, this kind of dish is a genuine win — it's filling and complex enough that you won't miss a grain-based side for even a second. Everything cooks in a single skillet, which means less cleanup and more time to actually enjoy your morning. Finish it with a handful of fresh parsley and you've got a breakfast that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the hash
- 1 lb ground pork
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb total), peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp of the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the sweet potato cubes in a single layer and cook, stirring only every 2–3 minutes, until golden on the edges and just tender when pierced with a fork, about 10–12 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tbsp coconut oil to the skillet. Add the onion and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent and the carrots have begun to soften, about 5–6 minutes.
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