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Greek Ground Beef Bowl with Tzatziki: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 teaspoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 medium cucumber, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
– ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– Fresh parsley, for garnish


Instructions

Creating the Greek Ground Beef Bowl with Tzatziki is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
– In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Set it aside to let the flavors meld.

2. Cook the Ground Beef:
– In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
– Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
– Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

3. Season the Beef:
– Stir in the oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the beef is fully cooked and well seasoned.

4. Prepare the Bowls:
– In serving bowls, layer the cooked rice or quinoa as the base.
– Top with the seasoned ground beef, diced cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes.
– Finish with crumbled feta cheese and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

5. Garnish:
– Sprinkle fresh parsley on top for a burst of color and flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 30g