Ditch the dinner rut and get ready to be wowed. These 15 simple Mediterranean ground beef recipes are bursting with savory spices and fresh ingredients, promising a meal that's anything but ordinary.
1. Mediterranean Ground Beef and Yogurt Platter
Searching for a fantastic ground beef appetizer to really wow your guests? Then, this tempting platter is the answer.
Its a super fresh and savory combination bursting with amazing Mediterranean flavors. At the heart of it is flavorful ground beef combined with veggies and wonderful dried herbs. Alongside it is some cool yogurt dip and warm pita bread.
I can easily eat this as a meal! But, as the saying goes, sharing is caring, right?
2. Mediterranean Burgers with Olives and Feta
Are you craving a big, scrumptious burger topped with a ton of fresh additions? This towering creation is calling to you!
Each ground beef patty has amazing garlic, herbs, feta, olives, and artichoke hearts. Put it on a bun with sun-dried tomato mayo for one amazing bite. Then, add as many extras as you like.
3. Middle Eastern Ground Beef Pita Sandwich
You can always be satisfied with one of these pita sandwiches at lunch or dinner. They don’t take long to make, either – around 20 minutes.
Each pita is bursting with ground beef, cucumber, tomato, radishes, and red onion. Plus, the mouthwatering meat has allspice, cayenne, paprika, nutmeg, and green cardamom. Be sure to add tzatziki or hummus before biting in!
4. Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir-Fry
Do you think stir fry is just for Asian dishes? Because I don’t! Mediterranean cuisine works with this cooking style, too.
You can throw together this garlicky, savory, and gluten-free dinner in one pan in about 25 minutes. It has oregano seasoned ground beef with tomatoes, bell peppers, spinach, and feta cheese. Plus, it’s so easy that you can whip it up on any night of the week.
5. Mediterranean Meatballs with Tzatziki
I’m always a fan of meatballs. To add some extra flavorful flair, throw in Mediterranean ingredients.
These meatballs have a savory beef base made even more delicious with cumin, cinnamon, oregano, and six garlic cloves. And you need to dip them in some tzatziki! I like to make a double batch of these and freeze half, so I have another dinner ready later in the week.
6. Mediterranean Eggplant Casserole (Kafta Bil Sanieh)
Not every casserole needs cheese to be comforting! “Kafta Bil Sanieh”, or “kafta in a tray,” is a great example of this. I think you should try this prime Middle Eastern favorite!
It’s both bold and robust and is totally dairy-free. It features great seasoned ground beef, eggplant, potatoes, and peppers, all sitting in a savory tomato sauce. If you make it for dinner, prepare for requests for seconds.
7. Classic Kibbeh
Have you ever tried a Middle Eastern-style meatball? Then let me introduce you to kibbeh! These meatballs have a grain in addition to the beef and spices.
These aren’t like the meatballs you might have at home – they have a spiced bulgur shell with a flavorful filling. Inside, you’ll discover a ground beef and pine nut mixture! I like serving them with some tzatziki as a party appetizer or light dinner.
8. Hummus with Ground Beef
Are you in the mood to shake up your hummus routine? Then let me suggest adding some savory ground beef!
I know, I know – it’s not that typical, but this creates one incredibly delicious dip. The red meat and pine nuts add an extra flavor-packed layer of great savory goodness to every bite.
And the hummus? Well, it’s as creamy as it gets. One taste, and you might never buy store-bought again.
9. Greek Bowls
These are Greek bowls you will adore! I think these nutritious bowls are incredibly delicious, thanks to the wonders of the Mediterranean diet.
In each bowl, you’ll find ground beef, lemon rice, some fresh salad, and plenty of tzatziki. In about 25 minutes, you can enjoy this healthy, balanced meal, perfect as a quick lunch or dinner!
10. Kofta Ground Beef Bowl with Garlic Tzatziki
You will just love these deconstructed kofta kabobs as a super simple lunch or dinner. These bowls are quick, affordable, and nutritious.
Each one is overflowing with fragrant garlic, spices, and herbs used to season the ground beef. Then you just need an Israeli salad, tzatziki, and a grain, like white rice, couscous, bulgur, or cauliflower rice!
11. Lebanese Meat Pies (Sfeehas)
You just can’t have just one of these savory Lebanese meat pies. That’s because the bold ground beef filling features plenty of spices, tahini, and pomegranate molasses.
It all comes nestled in a homemade, doughy bread that is out of this world. Take a batch of these pies to your next party or family gathering, and they’ll be a welcome addition.
12. Mediterranean Flatbread Pizza
Why not brighten up pizza night with some tasty Mediterranean-style flatbreads? The delicious toppings range from hummus and feta to flavorful chickpeas, lemon yogurt, and seasoned ground beef.
If you’re in the mood, try adding some sun-dried tomatoes or olives! I suggest using store-bought or homemade crust and cilantro oil.
13. Moussaka (Greek Eggplant Lasagna)
Do you know about Moussaka? It’s my absolute favorite Greek dish, kind of like an eggplant lasagna with amazing Mediterranean flavors!
A creamy, thick bechamel sauce is on top. Then, underneath that, there are layers of meaty red sauce and eggplant. This Greek comfort food is a must-try!
14. Mediterranean Zucchini Boats
With zucchini boats, dinner is a good time! There’s a savory beef filling, as well as toppings of tomatoes, pine nuts, and feta cheese, all bursting from the center of these boats. The bold flavor combos blend very well with the fresh toppings.
These zucchini boats are both healthy and low-carb, plus you can get them on the table in around 30 minutes. These are a stunning use of zucchini!
15. Mediterranean Ground Beef Kabob
Why not try something different with your ground beef and turn it into a kabob for a super simple dinner? It’s a straightforward version of kofta for cooks of any skill level.
Garlic, onions, rosemary, and oregano bring out all the red meat’s great flavors. After spending a little time on the grill, each kabob gets some seriously amazing smoky flavors.
These go great with lettuce, pita, tomatoes, and cucumber for a full meal. And it is a low-cost option for a barbeque, too!
16. Mediterranean Ground Beef and Rice
Have you been looking for something affordable with plenty of protein? Then you should make a bowl of these, using only ten easy ingredients!
Each bowl has a wonderful mix of lean ground beef, chickpeas, and basmati rice spiced with seven different spices. You might already have most of these in your pantry. And the parsley adds a burst of color and a complementary fresh flavor.
17. Greek Style Stuffed Peppers
Do you want to make sure everyone eats a well-balanced meal? This is your answer. Make these satisfying Greek-style stuffed peppers!
Since they include protein, starch, and vegetables, you can cover all the bases. As an added bonus, you can make each one with budget-friendly ground beef, rice, and chickpeas! Best of all, these taste phenomenal and are easy to make.