Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl. This quick and easy recipe combines seasoned ground beef, fresh zucchini, and fluffy rice for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With aromatic spices elevating each bite, this dish not only delivers on taste but also packs in nutritious ingredients, making it a wholesome option everyone will love. Whether served over rice or tucked into lettuce wraps, this versatile bowl is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the zucchinis, chopping the onion, mincing the garlic, and draining the tomatoes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet; break apart and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced zucchinis along with oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until tender (5-7 minutes).
- Mix in drained diced tomatoes and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg