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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry Magic

A delicious Spicy Jalapeño Popper Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry that combines punchy flavors with healthy ingredients for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Swap with turkey or chicken for leaner options.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with regular diced tomatoes for a different flavor.
  • 1 whole Red Bell Pepper Alternatives: zucchini or yellow squash.
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Alternatives: kale or Swiss chard.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal; can use garlic powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Use Italian seasoning if needed.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to suit your taste.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to suit your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can also be used.
  • 2 whole Green Onions Chives can be used as a fine substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese Optional; skip for dairy-free version.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add diced red bell pepper and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Fold in baby spinach and the whites of green onions, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  5. In the same skillet, add ground beef, season with oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  6. Return the sautéed vegetable mixture to the skillet with the cooked ground beef and stir thoroughly.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining green onion pieces and crumbled feta cheese if using. Heat through for an extra minute.
  8. Serve warm with rice, quinoa, or wrapped in lettuce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be customized based on your veggie preferences and meal preparation needs. It is also meal prep friendly and stores well in the fridge or freezer.

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