Beef Veggie Mediterranean Mix (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 pound ground beef

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1/2 cup diced onion
03 - 2 cloves garlic, crushed
04 - 1 cup colorful bell peppers (yellow, red, green), cut into strips
05 - 1 cup zucchini, cut into rounds
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half

→ Oils & Seasonings

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - Salt and fresh ground black pepper

→ Garnishes

11 - 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbles (optional)
12 - Fresh chopped parsley (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Dice the onion, crush the garlic, cut bell peppers into strips, slice zucchini into rounds, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Put them all aside.
02 - Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into a big skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in the ground beef and cook until it's no longer pink, breaking it up as you go.
03 - When beef is done, add your diced onion and crushed garlic to the pan. Let them cook until onions turn clear and garlic smells good, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Toss in your bell pepper strips, zucchini rounds, and halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with the leftover olive oil and cook until veggies are just tender but still have some crunch, roughly 5-7 minutes.
05 - Sprinkle the dried oregano and thyme over everything. Add salt and pepper to match your taste, and tweak the flavors if needed.
06 - Scoop the hot mixture onto plates or into bowls. Sprinkle with feta cheese crumbles and fresh parsley if you want.

# Notes:

01 - You can keep leftovers in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 3 days.
02 - Want more zip? Squeeze some fresh lemon juice on top right before you eat.