Name: Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry: A Quick and Flavorful Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (preferably lean); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional); Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish); Cooked rice or quinoa (for serving)

Description

This Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish featuring lean ground beef and fresh vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it can be served over rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal that highlights vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Customize with your favorite veggies and enjoy a healthy, delicious option any night of the week.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground beef (preferably lean)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked rice or quinoa (for serving)

Instructions

Gather all your ingredients to streamline the cooking process. Dice the onion and red bell pepper, mince the garlic, slice the zucchini, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Measure out the dried herbs and spices.
In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
Season the beef with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and paprika. Stir well to combine.
Add the diced red bell pepper and sliced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they soften and release their juices. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
If using feta cheese, sprinkle it over the stir-fry and stir to combine. Remove the skillet from heat.
Serve the stir-fry over a bed of cooked rice or quinoa. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave.

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences or what you have on hand.
This dish can be made ahead of time for meal prep and reheats well.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes