Mediterranean Diet Stir-Fried Beef with Green Peppers
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Mediterranean Diet Stir-Fried Beef with Green Peppers, a vibrant and wholesome dish that’s bursting with flavor. Tender slices of lean beef are perfectly seared in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and paired with crisp green bell peppers, sweet red onions, and aromatic garlic for a deliciously balanced meal. A blend of warming spices like cumin and paprika, along with a splash of tangy lemon juice, perfectly complements the Mediterranean-inspired freshness of parsley. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy stir-fry is a nutrient-packed option that works beautifully on its own or alongside a bed of quinoa or farro. A delightful fusion of simplicity and bold flavors, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a quick, healthy, and satisfying dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams lean beef (sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced)
- 2 medium green bell peppers (sliced into strips)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Slice the beef thinly against the grain and set aside.
Wash and slice the green bell peppers into strips and the red onion into thin slices. Mince the garlic.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until just browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, followed by the garlic and red onion. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the green bell peppers to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until the peppers are tender but still slightly crisp.
Return the beef to the skillet and mix it with the vegetables. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper, stirring well so the spices coat the ingredients evenly.
Add the lemon juice and stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Turn off the heat, sprinkle with the fresh parsley, and give everything a final stir.
Serve immediately and enjoy as-is or pair with a whole grain side, such as quinoa or farro, for a complete Mediterranean diet meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.5 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1349 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 82.5 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1728 mg | 37% | |
*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.
