If there’s one dish that captures the vibrant, sun-soaked flavors of the Mediterranean and still delivers on weeknight ease, it’s this Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry. I first tasted a version of this dish in a small seaside tavern in Crete, where sizzling beef mingled with sweet peppers and garlic, all crowned with creamy feta. This is my personal twist—hearty, healthy, and bursting with color.
Whether it’s a warm summer evening or a cozy winter night, this dish brings the best of the Mediterranean to your table.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes.
- Healthy & Colorful – Loaded with fresh vegetables and lean protein.
- Bold Mediterranean Flavors – Garlic, oregano, tomatoes, and feta.
- Family Friendly – A simple skillet dish the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 8 ounces baby spinach (1 small tub)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (whites and greens separated)
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Sauté the Tomatoes and Bell Pepper
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced red bell pepper and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 4–5 minutes, until the tomatoes are blistered and begin to release their juices. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
2. Wilt the Greens
Add the spinach and the white parts of the green onion. Stir frequently. The spinach will shrink quickly—this should take about 2–3 minutes. Once wilted, transfer the vegetable mixture to a plate and set aside.
3. Brown the Ground Beef
In the same skillet, add the ground beef, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
4. Combine and Serve
Return the cooked veggies to the skillet and add the green parts of the green onion. Stir until everything is warmed through. Remove from heat and top with crumbled feta, if using.
Serving Suggestions
This Mediterranean ground beef stir fry pairs beautifully with:
- Warm pita bread or naan
- Fluffy couscous or quinoa
- Over a bed of orzo or rice
- Topped with a dollop of hummus or tzatziki
Storage & Meal Prep Tips
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
- Make-Ahead: You can prep the vegetables and brown the beef ahead of time for a faster dinner.
Tips for Perfect Stir Fry
- Use a large skillet or wok to avoid overcrowding.
- High heat is key for blistering tomatoes and quick searing.
- Don’t skip the feta—it adds a salty tang that elevates every bite.
Final Thoughts
This Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry brings the flavors of coastal Europe straight to your kitchen. It’s a weeknight lifesaver and a healthy comfort dish you’ll come back to again and again. Make it your own—swap in kale, toss in olives, or use ground turkey instead of beef.
Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper deseeded and diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 8 ounces baby spinach 1 small tub
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 green onions thinly sliced (whites and greens separated)
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese optional
Instructions
Sauté the Tomatoes and Bell Pepper
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced red bell pepper and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 4–5 minutes, until the tomatoes are blistered and begin to release their juices. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Wilt the Greens
- Add the spinach and the white parts of the green onion. Stir frequently. The spinach will shrink quickly—this should take about 2–3 minutes. Once wilted, transfer the vegetable mixture to a plate and set aside.
Brown the Ground Beef
- In the same skillet, add the ground beef, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
Combine and Serve
- Return the cooked veggies to the skillet and add the green parts of the green onion. Stir until everything is warmed through. Remove from heat and top with crumbled feta, if using.
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