Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry 

A vibrant, Mediterranean‑inspired stir fry that comes together in just 25 minutes! Lean ground beef is seasoned with fragrant spices and tossed with crisp vegetables for a quick, healthy dinner. It’s brightened with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, with optional feta for a savory finish—ideal served over rice, quinoa, or alongside warm pita

Ingredients

• 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
  
  

• 1 tsp ground cumin
  
  

• 1 tsp paprika
  
  

• ½ tsp dried oregano
  
  

• Salt and black pepper, to taste
  
  

• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  
  

• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  
  

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional, for garnish)
  
  

• Lemon wedges (for serving)
  
  

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   
   

2. Sauté onion for 2–3 minutes, then add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
   
   

3. Add ground beef, breaking it up. Stir in cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
   
   

4. Stir in red bell pepper and zucchini; cook 4–5 minutes until veggies are tender‑crisp.
   
   

5. Add cherry tomatoes; cook 2 more minutes until slightly softened.
   
   

6. Remove from heat. Stir in chopped parsley. Optional: sprinkle with crumbled feta.
   
   

7. Serve warm with lemon wedges and your choice of base like rice, quinoa, or pita.
   
   

Nutrients (per 4‑serving recipe, approximate)

• Calories: ~350 kcal
  
  

• Protein: ~25 g
  
  

• Fat: ~23 g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~10 g
  
  

• Fiber: ~2 g
  
  

• Sodium: moderate (varies with seasoning and feta)