Description
Easy Mediterranean Ground Beef Skillet is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of the Mediterranean to your table in under 30 minutes. This one-pan meal features lean ground beef, colorful vegetables, and aromatic herbs, creating a delightful symphony of tastes and textures. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, serve it over rice or with crusty bread for a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium zucchini (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart until browned (about 5 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and minced garlic; sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juice), oregano, salt, and pepper; stir to combine and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg