Ground Beef and Spinach Skillet with Feta Recipe
A quick and delicious Ground Beef and Spinach Skillet with Feta, perfect for a weeknight meal. This dish combines the rich flavor of lean ground beef with nutritious fresh spinach, enhanced by aromatic herbs and spices, and finished with tangy crumbled feta cheese for a creamy touch. It’s a comforting Mediterranean-inspired skillet meal that’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Greens
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Oils and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese and Garnish
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. This step helps develop the flavor base for your dish and allows the oil to warm up evenly, preparing it for sautéing the aromatics.
- Cook Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook them for 3–4 minutes until they are soft and fragrant. This builds a flavorful foundation as the onion softens and the garlic releases its aroma.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Use a spatula to break the meat apart as it cooks evenly. Stir occasionally and cook for about 5–7 minutes until the beef is fully browned. Drain excess fat if necessary to avoid greasiness.
- Add Spinach and Seasonings: Stir in the chopped fresh spinach along with dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for 3–4 minutes until the spinach wilts and the flavors meld together, creating a vibrant and tasty mixture.
- Add Feta and Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly on top. Let the feta gently melt slightly in the residual heat, adding a creamy tang. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving warm, either on its own or with crusty bread.
Notes
- This dish can be served alone or accompanied by crusty bread for a more filling meal.
- Adjust the amount of spices and feta cheese according to your taste preferences.
- Frozen spinach can be used as a substitute but should be thawed and well-drained before adding.
- Prep ingredients ahead of cooking to speed up the process.
- Use a sturdy spatula to break down the ground beef efficiently.
- Avoid overcooking spinach to maintain its texture and flavor.
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