Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry: A Flavorful & Healthy Delight!

Indulge in a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry loaded with lean ground beef, colorful vegetables, and aromatic herbs! 🌿🍅

Ingredients:

For the Stir Fry:

• 1 lb ground beef 🥩
• 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
• 1 onion, finely chopped 🧅
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 🌶️
• 1 zucchini, cut into half-moons 🥒
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
• ½ tsp salt 🧂
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp dried oregano 🌿
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 🔥

For Garnish (Optional):

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese 🧀
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
• Juice of ½ lemon 🍋

Instructions:

1. Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes.
2. Cook ground beef: Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned and fully cooked.
3. Add vegetables & spices: Stir in bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5 more minutes.
4. Finish & serve: Drizzle with olive oil, squeeze lemon juice, and garnish with feta cheese and parsley.

Tips & Variations:

• Swap ground beef for ground turkey or lamb.
• Serve over couscous, farro, or cauliflower rice.
• Skip feta for a dairy-free option and add toasted pine nuts.

Why You’ll Love It:

This Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry is a healthy, hearty, and flavorful one-pan dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep! 😍