🥘🇬🇷 Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry
A nourishing, 20-minute stir fry that combines lean ground beef with fresh vegetables, aromatic garlic and onion, and briny olives for a bold, satisfying dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a healthy low-carb lunch bowl!
🍽️ Servings
Serves 4
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably lean)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for warmth)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: lemon wedges, for a citrusy finish
👨🍳 Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Brown the beef: Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- Add veggies: Stir in bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 3–4 minutes until just tender but still vibrant.
- Stir in tomatoes and olives: Let everything simmer together for another 2–3 minutes until tomatoes are slightly soft and everything is heated through.
- Finish: Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, if using. Serve hot!
💡 Notes & Tips
- Make it a bowl: Serve over rice, couscous, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a full meal.
- Add leafy greens: Toss in spinach or kale at the end for extra nutrients.
- Swap proteins: Ground turkey, lamb, or plant-based meat all work.
- Use fresh herbs: Mint or dill adds a fresh Mediterranean pop.
- Make it spicy: Add red pepper flakes or chopped chili for heat.
✅ Health Benefits
- High in protein – supports muscle, energy, and fullness
- Rich in vegetables – fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants
- Healthy fats from olive oil and olives
- Low-carb & keto-friendly (if served without grains)
- Mediterranean-style – heart-healthy and anti-inflammatory
🍴 Nutritional Info (per serving, approximate)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: ~480mg
(May vary slightly depending on beef fat %, olive variety, and seasoning.)
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Absolutely! It stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheats beautifully.
Q: What goes well with it?
A: Serve with rice, pita bread, hummus, tzatziki, or even a Greek salad.
Q: Is it freezer-friendly?
A: Yes. Cool completely and freeze in portions for up to 2 months.
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
A: Yes! Use lentils, crumbled tofu, or a plant-based ground meat substitute.
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