Savory ground beef cooked with garlic, tomatoes, herbs, and vegetables, finished with olives and feta. This one-pan Mediterranean dish is comforting, protein-rich, and ready in under 30 minutes.
🧂 Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (lean)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 bell pepper, sliced
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½ cup zucchini, diced
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¼ cup kalamata olives, sliced
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Brown the Beef
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add onion and sauté until soft.
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Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
2️⃣ Add Veggies & Seasoning
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Stir in bell pepper, zucchini, tomatoes, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Cook 5–7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
3️⃣ Finish Mediterranean-Style
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Add olives and stir.
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Remove from heat and sprinkle feta cheese on top.
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Garnish with fresh herbs.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
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Serve over rice, couscous, or quinoa
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Spoon into pita or lettuce wraps
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Pair with a cucumber-tomato salad
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make it low-carb?
Yes! Serve over cauliflower rice or enjoy as-is.
Q: Can I use ground turkey or lamb?
Absolutely — both work great with Mediterranean flavors.
Q: Is this good for meal prep?
Yes — stores well in the fridge for 4 days.