Ingredients
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