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Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry

Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry: Flavorful & Quick Dinner!

A quick and delicious Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry that brings vibrant flavors together in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Protein
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Opt for lean varieties
For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white preferred
  • 3 cloves Garlic
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can be swapped with other peppers
  • 1 medium Zucchini Yellow squash can substitute
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Diced canned tomatoes work well
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Can be omitted or replaced with fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Try smoked paprika for added flavor
  • Salt Adjust to taste
  • Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Final Touch
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Optional, goat cheese is a great alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can use cilantro as an alternative
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice or Quinoa Couscous or farro can be substitutes

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Dice onion and red bell pepper, mince garlic, slice zucchini, and halve cherry tomatoes.
  2. Cook the Base: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, sauté onion for 2-3 minutes, then add garlic.
  3. Brown the Ground Beef: Add ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, seasoning with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and paprika.
  4. Incorporate the Vegetables: Stir in bell pepper and zucchini for 3-4 minutes, then add cherry tomatoes for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Finish with Feta: If using, sprinkle feta over the stir-fry before removing from heat and mix gently.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Plate over rice or quinoa, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure vegetables are chopped uniformly for even cooking and feel free to personalize the spice level according to your taste preferences.

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