Mediterranean Ground Beef & Rice

Mediterranean Ground Beef & Rice

6 servings
This Mediterranean Ground Beef and Rice dish is made with chickpeas and full of flavor. It's a quick, easy-to-make one pot meal the whole family will love!

Ingredients

  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • onion

    chopped

    1
  • lean ground beef
    1 lb
  • 7 spice
    1 tsp
  • salt

    divided

    1 ½ tsp
  • black pepper
    ½ tsp
  • 15-ounce can chickpeas

    rinsed and drained

    1
  • basmati rice

    rinsed

    2 c
  • chicken broth
    3 ½ c
  • fresh parsley

    for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot of medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onions and ground beef and season with the 7 Spice and ½ teaspoon of salt and pepper. Cook until the onions are soft and the ground beef is browned, about 5-8 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the chickpeas and the rice, remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and stir to combine. Pour the chicken broth or water on top.

  3. 3

    Mix all the ingredients together, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 15 minutes, until the rice is fully cooked. Remove from heat but keep covered, and allow the steam to continue cooking the rice for 5-10 more minutes.

  4. 4

    Fluff the rice, sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Mediterranean Ground Beef & Rice

Mediterranean Ground Beef & Rice

30 min6 servings365 cal

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About this Recipe

Looking for a quick, flavorful dinner that comes together in one pot? This Mediterranean Ground Beef & Rice recipe delivers comforting tastes and satisfying textures that the whole family will adore.

This recipe stands out as an effortless one-pot meal, perfect for busy weeknights. The genius lies in combining lean ground beef, fragrant basmati rice, and tender chickpeas, all cooked together with a special aromatic 7 spice blend that infuses every bite with authentic Mediterranean flavor.

Prepare for a wonderfully aromatic and comforting dish. You'll enjoy the savory depth of lean ground beef, perfectly complemented by fluffy basmati rice and the earthy bite of chickpeas. The subtle warmth from the 7 spice blend and a touch of black pepper weaves through each spoonful, creating a balanced and deeply satisfying flavor profile. This is a robust and hearty entree that is surprisingly easy to make, making it a fantastic addition to your dinner rotation.

While delicious as written, you can easily customize this dish. For a richer flavor, consider using ground lamb instead of beef. If you don't have 7 spice on hand, a homemade blend of cumin, coriander, and a pinch of allspice can offer a similar aromatic profile. You could also stir in some fresh spinach right at the end for an added touch of green.

Perfect for a comforting family dinner, serve this Mediterranean Ground Beef & Rice hot, garnished generously with fresh parsley for a burst of color and herbaceous freshness. It's a complete meal on its own, ready to be enjoyed.

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