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Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl

  • Author: rodrigo Stone
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s light yet deeply satisfying. Featuring seasoned ground beef, sautéed zucchini, fluffy rice, and tangy toppings like feta, tzatziki, and lemon — it’s a perfect weeknight bowl packed with protein, freshness, and bold flavor.

Ingredients

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For the Bowl:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef

  • 1 medium zucchini, diced

  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)

Optional Toppings:

  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

  • 1/2 cup chopped cucumber

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce

  • Fresh parsley or dill

  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef mixture:
    In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions for 2–3 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink.

  2. Add zucchini and spices:
    Stir in diced zucchini, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes, until zucchini is tender and flavors are blended.

  3. Assemble the bowls:
    Scoop rice into each bowl. Top with the beef-zucchini mixture, then layer on feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and a generous dollop of tzatziki. Finish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

Make it low-carb by swapping rice with cauliflower rice or quinoa for extra fiber. You can also meal-prep this bowl — store toppings separately and assemble fresh. Try adding a boiled egg or roasted red peppers for variation. The seasoning can be easily adjusted to taste, and this dish is naturally gluten-free!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

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