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🥩🌿 Mediterranean Ground Beef Skillet 🍅🫒
Ingredients (4 servings)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (lean, 90% lean recommended)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Optional garnish: crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, or fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook the Beef 🥩
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned (~5–7 min). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté Vegetables 🥒🧅
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet, sauté for 2–3 min until softened.
- Add bell pepper and zucchini; cook for another 3–4 min.
- Add Flavor 🌿
- Stir in cherry tomatoes, olives, tomato paste, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 5–7 min, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
- Serve 🍽️
- Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley or basil.
- Serve hot on its own, over cauliflower rice, or with a side of whole-grain pita or quinoa.
Nutrition Facts (Approximate per serving, 4 servings) 📊
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 25 g 💪
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Fat: 20 g 🫒
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
💡 Tips:
- For extra Mediterranean flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. 🍋
- Can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Pair with tzatziki sauce for a creamy, low-carb topping. 🥒