Description
A quick, flavorful one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and bright herbs. This high-protein dinner prepares in 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1 small zucchini sliced into half moons
- 1 small red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or 4 cups fresh arugula
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add ground beef, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned. Check that the beef reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. Remove excess grease if needed.
- Reduce heat to medium and add onion, zucchini, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
- Add garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes, oregano, and dill. Stir and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return the cooked beef fully into the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.
- Drizzle in lemon juice and stir well. Remove from heat.
- Serve the mixture over brown rice or arugula. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and extra dill before serving.
Notes
- This dish is good for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean