Description
This Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful one-pan dinner packed with colorful veggies, bold spices, and juicy ground beef. Inspired by classic Mediterranean ingredients like olive oil, lemon, garlic, and oregano, this healthy stir fry is gluten-free, meal prep–friendly, and ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or mint, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional toppings: crumbled feta cheese, sliced kalamata olives
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add sliced red onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
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Stir in chopped zucchini and bell pepper. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until veggies are tender but still crisp.
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Add grape tomatoes, spinach or kale, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until greens are wilted and everything is well combined.
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Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice. Stir and cook for 1 more minute.
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Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs and optional feta or olives.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or lamb for a twist.
- Stir in chickpeas or quinoa to stretch the dish.
- For dairy-free, skip feta and top with herbs or a spoonful of hummus.
- Add crushed red pepper for a spicy version.
- Serve with rice, couscous, quinoa, or warm pita.
