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Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry

Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry
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Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. With lean ground beef, colorful vegetables, and aromatic spices, this stir fry is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. It’s versatile too—feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or spices to suit your taste. Serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or alongside quinoa for a hearty meal everyone will love. This quick and easy recipe ensures that you can enjoy a delicious homemade meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85% lean or higher)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small zucchini, diced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup kalamata olives, sliced
  • Fresh parsley and lemon juice for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add ground beef, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for about 5–7 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (about 3–4 minutes).
  4. Add diced bell pepper and zucchini; cook for another 4–5 minutes until tender.
  5. Sprinkle in cumin, smoked paprika, mix well to combine all flavors.
  6. Fold in cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives; cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving hot.

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