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Mediterranean Ground Beef Skillet

Ingredients:

- 1 lb ground beef

- 1 small red onion, finely chopped

- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

- 1 medium zucchini (abobrinha), diced

- 1/2 cup black olives (azeitonas), pitted and sliced

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (salsinha), chopped

- 1 large green bell pepper, diced (can substitute with red if desired)

- 1 tsp dried oregano

- Juice of 1 lemon

- Fresh spinach (optional, for garnish)

Seasonings:

- Olive oil

- Cumin, to taste

- Paprika, to taste

- Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment:

- 1 large frying pan with a cover

Instructions:

1. In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped red onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant. Then, add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula until browned and cooked through.

3. Mix in the diced zucchini, green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and black olives. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Cover the pan and let simmer for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and flavors to meld.

4. Remove the lid, stir in the crumbled feta, dried oregano, and parsley. Squeeze the lemon juice over the top before serving. For an extra pop of color and nutrition, pile on some fresh spinach just before serving or mix it in to wilt slightly.

Enjoy this vibrant, one-pan dish that brings the Mediterranean straight to your dinner table with no need for a passport!