Description
A flavorful and wholesome Greek-style beef and zucchini rice bowl featuring succulent ground beef cooked with diced zucchinis, tomatoes, and aromatic spices, served over a bed of fluffy rice and garnished with fresh parsley and optional feta cheese for a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
Grains
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
Spices and Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned evenly. Drain excess fat if necessary to maintain a healthy fat level.
- Add Zucchinis and Spices: Stir in the diced zucchinis, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the zucchinis are tender but still hold their shape.
- Simmer with Tomatoes: Add the drained diced tomatoes to the skillet and mix well. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend perfectly.
- Assemble and Garnish: Serve the beef and zucchini mixture on top of cooked rice. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese if desired, adding a creamy and tangy finish to the dish.
Notes
- You can use either white or brown rice depending on your preference for texture and nutrition.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- Make sure to drain excess fat from the beef after browning to reduce grease.
- Adjust salt and pepper levels to your taste before serving.
- Feta cheese adds an authentic Greek touch but can be omitted for a dairy-free option.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Greek beef bowl, zucchini rice bowl, Mediterranean ground beef recipe, healthy beef and zucchini, Greek dinner ideas
