Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry
If you’re in search of a quick and satisfying meal, look no further than this Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry. This dish showcases tender ground beef combined with a colorful medley of vegetables, all enhanced by aromatic Mediterranean spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. With its delightful balance of flavors and textures, this stir-fry is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Serve it on its own or pair it with whole grains for a wholesome dinner that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean or higher)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup kalamata olives, sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onions for 2–3 minutes until soft; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks; season with salt, black pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Cook until the beef is browned (about 5–7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Stir in diced bell pepper and zucchini; cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and sliced kalamata olives; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg