Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl, a quick and satisfying meal that brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your dinner table. This easy recipe showcases seasoned ground beef, tender zucchini, and aromatic spices served over fluffy rice. In just 30 minutes, you can create a dish that’s both nutritious and delicious, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. Customize it with your favorite vegetables for an added twist, making every serving unique.
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
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced zucchini, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until zucchini is tender.
- Mix in drained diced tomatoes and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve the beef mixture over cooked rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg