🍳 Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry
A quick, healthy, and flavor-packed Mediterranean-style ground beef stir fry made with olive oil, garlic, colorful vegetables, and warm spices. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a low-carb dinner that doesn’t sacrifice taste.
🌿 Description
This Mediterranean ground beef stir-fry combines lean beef, fresh vegetables, and heart-healthy olive oil with simple herbs and spices. It’s cooked fast over high heat to keep the veggies crisp and the beef juicy. Serve it on its own, over brown rice, or tucked into warm pita for a satisfying meal.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
Main Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef (90–93%)
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2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1 medium onion, sliced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
Vegetables
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 zucchini, sliced or half-moons
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup baby spinach or kale
Seasonings
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp ground black pepper
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Salt to taste
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Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
Finishing (Optional but Recommended)
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
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Crumbled feta cheese for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
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Heat the pan
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. -
Brown the beef
Add ground beef, break it up, and cook until browned (5–7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed. -
Add aromatics
Stir in onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes until fragrant. -
Cook vegetables
Add bell pepper and zucchini. Stir-fry 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. -
Season
Add paprika, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, and chili flakes. Mix well. -
Finish
Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach. Cook 1–2 minutes until spinach wilts.
Finish with lemon juice and fresh herbs. -
Serve
Top with feta if desired and serve warm.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions (Mediterranean Style)
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Over brown rice or quinoa
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With cauliflower rice for low-carb
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Inside whole-wheat pita or flatbread
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Alongside a Greek salad or cucumber yogurt
🧾 Nutrition Highlights (Approx. per serving)
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High protein
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Rich in iron & B vitamins
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Heart-healthy fats from olive oil
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Naturally gluten-free (without pita)
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef?
A: Yes! Ground turkey or chicken works well—add a little extra olive oil to keep it juicy.
Q: Is this recipe good for weight loss?
A: Absolutely. Use lean beef, load up on vegetables, and serve with cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
Q: Can I make this spicy?
A: Yes—add extra chili flakes, cayenne, or a spoon of harissa.
Q: Can I meal prep this dish?
A: Yes. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes. Freeze cooled stir-fry for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat gently.
Q: What makes this Mediterranean?
A: Olive oil, fresh vegetables, herbs, lemon, and minimal processing—core Mediterranean diet principles.
