Mediterranean Diet Classic Fried Ground Beef
Elevate your weeknight meals with the flavorful and adaptable Mediterranean Diet Classic Fried Ground Beef recipe! This dish combines extra-lean ground beef with aromatic olive oil, garlic, and onion, then layers in vibrant spices like paprika, ground cumin, and oregano for a balanced burst of Mediterranean-inspired flavor. A hint of lemon juice and fresh parsley adds brightness, making it perfect for salads, pita bread fillings, or hearty grain bowls. Ready in just 30 minutes, this protein-packed recipe is an essential addition to your kitchen repertoire, aligning with healthy eating principles and bursting with delicious, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for meal prep enthusiasts and busy cooks alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g extra-lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 juiced lemon
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, using a wooden spoon to break it up into small pieces. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet if needed.
Stir in the paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the beef is well coated with the spices, cooking for another 2 minutes to develop flavors.
Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve warm as a topping for salads, a filling for pita bread, or as part of a Mediterranean bowl.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.4 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2753 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 124.2 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2100 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
