Description
This Mediterranean ground beef stir fry is packed with vibrant veggies, hearty beef, and topped with tangy feta—a perfect one-pan weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (virgin)
- 1 red bell pepper (deseeded and diced)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)
- 8 ounces baby spinach (small tub)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced, white and green parts separated)
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta
Instructions
1. Sauté the veggies
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s shimmering, toss in the diced red bell pepper and cherry tomatoes. Stir them around for about 4-5 minutes, until the tomatoes start to blister and the bell peppers soften. You’ll notice the tomatoes getting juicy and creating a lovely sauce. Add in the minced garlic and stir for about a minute, just until fragrant.
2. Wilt the spinach
Now, add the baby spinach and the white parts of the green onions to the pan. Don’t be alarmed by how much spinach there seems to be—it will shrink down as it cooks. Stir the mixture for another 2-3 minutes, until the spinach has wilted down and is fully incorporated. Then, remove all the veggies from the pan and set them aside on a plate.
3. Brown the beef
In the same pan, add the ground beef along with the dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Break up the beef with your spatula as it cooks, and let it brown for about 5-7 minutes. Make sure it’s fully cooked through, and if there’s any excess grease, drain it off before moving on.
4. Bring it all together
Add the sautéed veggies back into the pan with the beef, and give everything a good stir. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat everything through. Stir in the green parts of the green onion for a pop of color and flavor. Finally, sprinkle crumbled feta on top, and you’re ready to serve!
Notes
This Mediterranean ground beef stir fry is incredibly flexible when it comes to serving. If you’re keeping things simple, just serve it straight from the pan with a side of toasted pita or crusty bread to soak up the juices. You can also serve it over couscous, quinoa, or rice if you want something more substantial.
If you’re feeling fancy, arrange the stir fry in shallow bowls and top with a few extra crumbles of feta and maybe a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil for a pop of color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner