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Mediterranean Beef Bowls

Mediterranean Beef Bowls: Quick, Flavorful, High-Protein Delight

Enjoy a quick and nutritious Mediterranean Beef Bowl packed with flavor and protein, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or substitute with ground turkey or lamb
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cucumber chopped
  • 1 cup Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers chopped
For the Grains
  • 1 cup Brown Rice or Quinoa or cauliflower rice as a low-carb alternative
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or mix regular yogurt with lemon and garlic
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese optional for dairy-free version

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and chop the cucumber, tomatoes, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cook Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add ground beef, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Add cumin and paprika halfway.
  3. Prepare Grains: Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions until tender (15-20 minutes).
  4. Assemble Bowls: Layer cooked grains, spiced beef, and chopped veggies in serving bowls.
  5. Add Tzatziki and Garnish: Top bowls with tzatziki sauce and crumbled feta cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store cooked components separately to maintain freshness. Reheat beef and grains before serving.

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