Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry – A Quick & Healthy Dinner
Discover the delicious Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry – A Quick & Healthy Dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This vibrant dish brings together lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, creating a colorful, nutrient-rich meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for family dinners or meal prep, ensuring everyone at the table will be pleased. Enjoy this protein-packed stir fry over rice, quinoa, or in a wrap for a satisfying and versatile dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes; cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Season with Kalamata olives and spices; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in feta cheese and parsley off the heat.
- Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg