Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound grass-fed ground beef (80/20 fat ratio for optimal keto macros)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop all vegetables uniformly (about 1/2-inch pieces) to ensure even cooking. Having everything ready before heating your pan prevents overcooking and maintains optimal texture.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. Season with salt and pepper and cook until browned (approximately 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if desired, though keeping some enhances the keto-friendly profile of this dish.
- Add Aromatics and Spices: Reduce heat to medium and add remaining olive oil, onions, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent. Stir in oregano, thyme, paprika, and cumin.
- Incorporate Vegetables: Add bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet, stirring to coat with the seasoned oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Finish with Mediterranean Flair: Gently fold in kalamata olives, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute to warm through. Remove from heat and sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh parsley.
Notes
- Substitutions: Ground lamb or turkey can replace beef. For dairy-free versions, substitute feta with nutritional yeast. Bell peppers can be swapped with any low-carb vegetables like asparagus or broccoli florets.
- Serving suggestions: Serve over cauliflower rice, in lettuce wraps, or with a simple Greek salad.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm in a skillet over medium heat rather than microwave to maintain textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
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