Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry with Feta
Quick and flavorful Mediterranean ground beef stir-fry with feta, packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a touch of balsamic. A simple, healthy ground beef recipe perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lbs ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 medium red onion , sliced
- 1 medium zucchini , diced
- 1/4 cup mushrooms
- 1 red bell pepper , diced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste
- 1/4 cup feta cheese , crumbled
- 1 sprig rosemary
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it starts to brown, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Add the red onion, zucchini, mushrooms, and bell pepper. Cook everything together until the vegetables soften but still keep a bit of texture.
- Season with dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour in the balsamic vinegar and let it reduce slightly so it coats the beef and vegetables.
- Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes so the flavors come together.
- Remove from heat, crumble feta over the top, and serve warm.
Notes
- Brown the beef properly
Take your time in the beginning. Good color on the beef builds the depth of flavor for the whole dish. - Don’t overcook the vegetables
Keep a bit of bite in the vegetables so the stir-fry stays fresh and balanced, not soft or heavy. - Add feta at the end
Always finish with feta off the heat so it softens slightly without melting completely—it keeps its texture and contrast.