Ground Beef and Spinach Skillet with Feta
This nutritious and flavorful one-pan meal is the perfect solution for busy weeknights. Featuring savory ground beef, fresh greens, and tangy feta cheese, this Mediterranean-inspired skillet comes together in under 30 minutes. It is a protein-rich, low-carb, and gluten-free dish that works wonderfully served with warm pita bread or cauliflower rice, offering a balanced and satisfying dinner with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Sauté
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef
1 tsp dried oregano
1 onion, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 tsp paprika
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
Season the beef with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Fold in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
Remove from heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken if you prefer a leaner protein. If using frozen spinach, ensure you thaw and squeeze out all excess moisture before adding it to the skillet to prevent a watery texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approx 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg