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Ground Beef and Spinach Skillet with Feta Recipe

Ground Beef and Spinach Skillet with Feta Recipe
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A hearty and flavorful Ground Beef and Spinach Skillet with crumbled feta cheese, infused with aromatic spices and garlic. This quick and nutritious dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner, offering a delicious balance of protein, greens, and Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Serve warm on its own, over rice, or stuffed into pita bread for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

Optional Add-Ins

  • Red pepper flakes, to taste
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it up into small pieces, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary to keep the dish from becoming greasy.
  2. Add Aromatics: Stir in the finely chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent. Add minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently until the spices release their aroma.
  3. Wilt the Spinach: Gradually add the fresh spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring continuously until it just begins to wilt. This should take about 2–3 minutes. Ensure all spinach is well incorporated and heated through.
  4. Finish with Feta: Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese, allowing it to soften slightly without fully melting to maintain its texture and flavor.
  5. Serve: Garnish with optional red pepper flakes, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh chopped parsley or dill if desired. Serve the skillet warm as is, alongside rice, or tucked inside warm pita bread for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
  • You can substitute fresh spinach with kale or chard if preferred.
  • To make this dish vegetarian, replace ground beef with plant-based crumbles.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially salt since feta adds saltiness.
  • Draining excess fat after browning the beef helps keep the dish lighter and less greasy.
  • Adding cherry tomatoes adds a fresh burst of flavor and a nice color contrast.
  • This recipe can be doubled easily for meal prep or larger gatherings.

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Keywords: ground beef skillet, spinach recipe, feta cheese, quick dinner, Mediterranean, healthy beef recipe, easy skillet meals

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