Mediterranean Diet Ground Beef with Corn Skillet
Transform weeknight dinners with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Ground Beef with Corn Skillet—a wholesome one-pan meal that's bursting with flavor and ready in just 40 minutes! Featuring lean ground beef, sweet corn, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this dish is elevated with aromatic garlic, warm cumin, and classic Mediterranean herbs like oregano and thyme. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and creamy crumbled feta, it strikes a perfect balance of hearty and fresh. This versatile recipe is a quick, healthy dinner option that pairs beautifully with whole-grain bread or a crisp green salad, making it an ideal choice for Mediterranean diet enthusiasts and busy cooks alike.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams extra-lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
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 and crumble it with a spatula until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and corn kernels, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Step 6
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to release their juices.
Step 7
Season the mixture with dried oregano, thyme, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together and let the flavors meld for 2 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the chopped parsley.
Step 9
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top before serving.
Step 10
Serve hot, possibly with a side of whole-grain bread or a salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1280.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1700.1 |
| Total Fat 93.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 458.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2667.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 73.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.0g | |
| Protein 146.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 35IU | 0% |
| Calcium 649.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3241.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories