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Ground Beef Stir Fry

This Ground Beef Stir Fry is a vibrant and flavorful one-skillet meal made with juicy beef, fresh vegetables, and warm Mediterranean spices. With feta cheese and lemon wedges for a zesty finish, it’s a healthy and satisfying dinner option that comes together fast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 zucchini cut into half-moons
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and stir until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef, break it up, and season with cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Cook for 6–8 minutes, until browned.
  6. Stir in red bell pepper and zucchini; cook for 4–5 minutes until tender.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/ground-beef-stir-fry-2/

Notes

• Use lean ground beef to reduce grease.
• Cut veggies evenly for consistent cooking.
• This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or flatbread.