Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl
Elevate your mealtime with the Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl, a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely gatherings with friends and family. Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender zucchini, and fluffy rice, each bowl offers a satisfying balance of protein and fiber packed with flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is not only delicious but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite vegetables or toppings. Experience the warmth of Mediterranean flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for about 2–3 minutes until translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Use a spatula to break it apart while cooking for about 5–7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the diced zucchini along with oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until zucchini is tender.
- Mix in the drained diced tomatoes and let simmer for another 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve the beef mixture over cooked rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg