Mediterranean Diet Ground Beef with Bell Peppers
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this healthy and hearty "Mediterranean Diet Ground Beef with Bell Peppers" recipe! Made with lean ground beef, a trio of colorful bell peppers, fragrant garlic, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and oregano, this dish is a nutrient-packed, skillet-cooked delight. Juicy canned diced tomatoes add depth while fresh parsley provides a finishing burst of freshness. Perfectly balanced in taste and texture, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for a wholesome weeknight dinner. Pair it with whole-grain pita bread or a crisp salad for a complete Mediterranean meal that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. Keywords: Mediterranean diet, ground beef, bell peppers, healthy dinner, quick and easy recipe, skillet meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole large red bell pepper
- 1 whole large yellow bell pepper
- 1 whole large green bell pepper
- 1 whole medium onion
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by preparing your vegetables. Chop the onions and set aside. Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers into thin strips and mince the garlic.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, ensuring the garlic does not burn.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook and stir, breaking the beef into smaller chunks with a spoon, for about 5-7 minutes until it's no longer pink.
Once the beef is browned, mix in the sliced bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour the canned diced tomatoes into the skillet, stirring well to combine with the beef and bell peppers.
Season the mixture with ground cumin, ground coriander, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Lower the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the peppers to become tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top before serving.
Serve hot, paired with a side of whole grain pita bread or a light salad for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.0 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 3243 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 112.8 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 1830 mg | 39% | |
*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.
