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Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl

Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl: Dinner in 30 Minutes

A healthy and flavorful Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl that combines ground beef and zucchini over rice in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound ground beef lean or extra-lean
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Rice
  • 2 cups rice white, brown, or quinoa
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
For Serving
  • to taste fresh lemon juice
  • optional Greek yogurt for serving

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • pot for rice

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  3. Introduce 1 pound of ground beef, cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in 2 diced zucchinis, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of oregano. Cook for about 5 minutes until zucchini is tender.
  5. Prepare rice according to package instructions, generally around 15-20 minutes until fluffy.
  6. Fluff rice with a fork and top with the beef and zucchini mixture. Squeeze fresh lemon juice and add Greek yogurt if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Freeze the beef mixture for up to 3 months.

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