Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry (Print-Friendly Format)
Ground beef skillet with fresh Mediterranean veggies, bold spices, and lemon. Quick, vibrant, and satisfying.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Main
01 -
15 ml extra-virgin olive oil
02 -
1 small yellow onion, diced
03 -
450 g ground beef
04 -
3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Spices & Seasoning
05 -
1 tsp ground cumin
06 -
1 tsp smoked paprika
07 -
0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
08 -
1 tsp dried oregano
09 -
0.5 tsp salt, or to taste
10 -
0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Vegetables & Fresh Additions
11 -
1 red bell pepper, diced
12 -
1 medium zucchini, diced
13 -
150 g cherry tomatoes, halved
14 -
15 g fresh parsley, chopped
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Juice of 0.5 lemon
→ Optional Garnish
16 -
Crumbled feta cheese, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 -
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and lightly golden.
02 -
Add ground beef to the skillet and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6–8 minutes until thoroughly browned and cooked through.
03 -
Add minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well, allowing the spices to bloom and coat the beef evenly.
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Stir in diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Continue to cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender yet retain some bite.
05 -
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley to refresh and balance the flavors.
06 -
Distribute the stir fry into bowls or wrap in warm flatbread. Top with crumbled feta if desired.
# Additional Information:
01 -
For a dairy-free option, omit feta cheese. Leftovers develop deeper flavor and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Suitable for meal prep and freezing.