Mediterranean Diet Scrambled Eggs with Ground Beef

Elevate your breakfast or brunch with this Mediterranean Diet Scrambled Eggs with Ground Beef recipe, a protein-packed and flavor-filled dish that perfectly balances nutrition and taste. Succulent extra-lean ground beef is sautéed with vibrant red bell peppers, earthy garlic, and nutrient-rich spinach, then folded into fluffy, herb-infused scrambled eggs. A touch of creamy feta cheese and fragrant dried oregano ties it all together, offering the quintessential Mediterranean flavor profile. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 35 minutes, is cooked with heart-healthy olive oil and incorporates wholesome ingredients while staying gluten-free and keto-friendly. Perfect for a hearty morning meal or a satisfying light dinner, this dish serves four and is best enjoyed warm, garnished with a hint of extra oregano for a delightful finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 g extra-lean ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 2 garlic cloves
• 100 g spinach
• 6 eggs
• 60 ml milk or milk alternative
• 50 g feta cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Dice the onion and red bell pepper, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the spinach and cook until it wilts slightly, about 2 minutes. Then, remove the skillet from heat.

Step 7

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a separate pan over medium-low heat.

Step 9

Pour the egg mixture into the pan and gently scramble the eggs, stirring continuously with a spatula, for about 3-5 minutes until they are just set.

Step 10

Combine the scrambled eggs with the beef and vegetable mixture in the skillet.

Step 11

Crumble the feta cheese over the mixture, stirring gently to incorporate.

Step 12

Serve immediately, garnished with additional oregano if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1069.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1429.3

Total Fat 90.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 1354.1mg	0%
Sodium 2511.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 113.4g	0%

Vitamin D 302.9IU	0%
Calcium 644.0mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 2444.3mg	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: 58.0%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 9.8%