Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry (Printable Version)

Hearty ground beef with vegetables and bold Mediterranean flavors, ready in one pan for a quick and tasty meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Stir-Fry

01 - 1 lb ground beef (85% lean or higher)
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
06 - 1 small zucchini, diced
07 - ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
08 - ½ tsp black pepper
09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
11 - ½ tsp dried oregano
12 - ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
13 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - ¼ cup kalamata olives, sliced
15 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

→ Toppings & Optional Add-Ins

17 - ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
18 - ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
19 - ½ tsp sumac for extra tang (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add ground beef to the pan, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and fully cooked.
03 - Stir in diced bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender. Add cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives, stirring to combine. Cook for 2 more minutes.
04 - Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice. Top with crumbled feta cheese and optional pine nuts for extra crunch.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in under thirty minutes so it is simple for busy nights
  • Uses basic fresh ingredients and a few bold Mediterranean spices
  • Flexible for add-ins like feta cheese or extra veggies
  • Balanced protein veggies and healthy fats in each serving
02 -
  • High in protein with balanced veggies for a complete meal
  • Flexible for low carb or gluten free diets
  • One pan version for less mess and cleanup
03 -
  • Resist stirring the ground beef too much at first to let a caramelized crust develop
  • Toast the pine nuts ahead for maximum flavor and watch them closely as they can burn fast
  • Fresh lemon juice and herbs should go in at the very end for the brightest flavor

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