The exact original recipe from the photo can’t be confirmed, but this is a practical recipe closely matching the ingredients and appearance in your image. Similar versions use ground beef, zucchini, tomatoes, onion, herbs, and feta.
Ingredients — 4 servings
Main
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, preferably 85–90% lean
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds/half-moons
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup (75–100 g) crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Seasoning
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
Step-by-Step
- Prepare vegetables: Wash and slice the zucchini, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the red onion, and mince the garlic.
- Brown the beef: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion & garlic: Add the remaining olive oil and red onion. Cook for 2–3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Season: Add oregano, paprika, cumin, black pepper, salt, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Add zucchini: Stir in the zucchini and cook for 5–6 minutes, until tender but not mushy.
- Add tomatoes: Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3–4 minutes, allowing them to soften and release some juice.
- Finish: Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice and fresh parsley.
- Feta: Sprinkle crumbled feta generously over the top. Serve immediately.
This cooking approach is consistent with several Mediterranean-style beef-and-zucchini skillet recipes.
food Safety
Cook ground beef to 160°F / 71°C internally. Use a food thermometer for the most reliable check.
Nut & Allergen Information
- Peanuts: None in the basic recipe.
- Tree nuts: None in the basic recipe.
- Dairy: Yes — feta cheese.
- Gluten: Naturally gluten-free if all packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Egg: None.
- Soy: None in the basic ingredients, but check packaged feta/seasonings if you have a severe allergy.
Approximate Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 400–450 kcal
- Protein: 28–32 g
- Carbohydrates: 12–16 g
- Fat: 27–30 g
- Fiber: 3–4 g
- Sodium: approximately 500–700 mg
Values vary depending on the beef’s fat percentage and amount of feta/oil.
Q&A
Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?
Yes. Ground turkey works well as a substitute.
Can I add more vegetables?
Yes. Bell peppers, mushrooms or spinach would work well.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to about 3–4 days and reheat thoroughly.
Can I make it without feta?
Yes. You can leave it out or use another cheese such as goat cheese.
What should I serve with it?
It works well by itself, or with rice, quinoa, pita bread, or a simple salad.