Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef (85–90%)
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
3. Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it up with a spoon; cook until browned.
4. Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
5. Add the sliced red bell pepper, chopped zucchini, and halved cherry tomatoes to the beef mixture.
6. Cook the vegetables until tender, stirring occasionally.
7. Incorporate the lemon juice into the mixture; stir well.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
10. Serve hot.