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Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry

Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry


  • Author: Caroline Jones
  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef — juicy and savory
  • 1 tbsp olive oil — rich, fruity aroma
  • 1 small onion, diced — sweet and pungent base
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced — bold, earthy flavor
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color) — crunchy and sweet
  • 1 zucchini, sliced or diced — fresh and tender
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved — juicy bursts of sweetness
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced — briny and deep
  • 1 tsp dried oregano — classic Mediterranean herb
  • ½ tsp ground cumin — warm and nutty
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika — smoky depth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste — enhances every flavor
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese — creamy, salty finish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped — bright, fresh garnish

Instructions

Step-by-Step

Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in the minced garlic and let it bloom for 30 seconds.

Step 2: Brown the Beef

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with your spoon and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 3: Add the Veggies

Toss in the bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Stir well and let them cook for about 5 minutes, or until they start to soften but still hold their shape.

Step 4: Season to Perfection

Sprinkle in the oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, letting the spices mingle with the beef and veggies.

Step 5: Final Touches

Stir in the sliced Kalamata olives and let everything warm through for another 2 minutes.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

Remove from heat. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 20

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Protein: 28g