Greek Inspired Beef with Feta Cheese and Vegetables

Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this Greek-Inspired Beef with Feta Cheese and Vegetables. This vibrant one-skillet dish combines seasoned ground beef, tender zucchini, sweet cherry tomatoes, and smoky red bell peppers, all brought to life with a hint of cinnamon and oregano for that signature Greek flavor. A touch of fresh lemon juice adds brightness, while creamy crumbled feta cheese creates a tangy contrast. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and can be served on its own, over fluffy couscous, or alongside warm pita bread. Packed with bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and a balance of protein and vegetables, this meal is a delicious and healthy way to bring Mediterranean-inspired cooking to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (chopped) onion
• 3 cloves (minced) garlic cloves
• 1 medium (chopped) red bell pepper
• 1 medium (chopped) zucchini
• 250 grams (halved) cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
• 150 grams (crumbled) feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
• 0.5 medium (juiced) lemon

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, dried oregano, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the beef is evenly coated with the spices.

Step 6

Add the red bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 7

Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the mixture and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the beef and vegetable mixture.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately, either on its own, over rice or couscous, or with warm pita bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1379.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2014.5

Total Fat 150.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 487.5mg	0%
Sodium 6310.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.7g
Protein 114.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 945.7mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 3069.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.6%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 12.2%