Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry
A fast, one-skillet keto ground beef dinner loaded with zucchini, peppers, briny olives, and feta. Each serving has just 6.4g net carbs and comes together in 30 minutes for a weeknight Mediterranean meal that actually keeps you full.
Head of Nutrition · June 17, 2026
Nutrition per serving
Per serving · makes 4. Values are estimates; brands vary.
This one-skillet Mediterranean ground beef stir fry brings together browned beef, crisp summer vegetables, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta in just 30 minutes. It's a fast, satisfying keto dinner that delivers big herby flavor without the carbs.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium zucchini, diced (about 1.5 cups)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and no longer pink, about 7 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.
- 2
Push the beef to one side and add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the zucchini and bell pepper and stir-fry over high heat for 4 to 5 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
- 3
Stir in the garlic and cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften. Add the Kalamata olives and toss everything together for another minute.
- 4
Remove from heat and fold in the parsley. Top with crumbled feta and serve hot, straight from the skillet.
Tips & notes
- Swap zucchini for diced eggplant or baby spinach to change up the vegetables while keeping carbs low.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in a skillet over medium heat to keep the vegetables from going mushy.
- For a dairy-free version, skip the feta and finish with a squeeze of lemon and an extra drizzle of olive oil.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in mediterranean ground beef stir fry?
- Each serving has 6.4g net carbs (9.1g total carbs minus 2.7g fiber), along with 478 calories, 29g protein, and 37g fat. This recipe makes 4 servings.
- Is this Mediterranean ground beef stir fry keto-friendly?
- Yes. At 6.4g net carbs per serving with 37g of healthy fats from olive oil, olives, and feta, it fits comfortably within a standard keto macro budget while keeping you satisfied.
- Can I make this ahead for meal prep?
- Absolutely. Cook it fully, divide into 4 containers, and refrigerate for up to 4 days. It reheats well in a skillet and the flavors deepen overnight, making it an easy keto lunch or dinner.
