Homemade Greek Ground Beef Rice Bowl
A delicious and customizable Greek rice bowl with ground beef and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef (93/7)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon freeze-dried dill (optional)
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- hummus (for bowl base)
- white rice (for bowl base)
- tzatziki sauce (for topping)
- pickled onions (optional, for topping)
- 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
- additional toppings as desired see notes
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season the ground beef with about 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
- Add the beef to the pan and let it brown on one side for about 1 minute. Flip the beef to brown the other side, then break it into small crumbles using a wooden spoon.
- Stir in the chickpeas, garlic powder, and oregano. Cook until the beef is nicely browned and any liquid has evaporated. If using, stir in the dill and taste to adjust seasoning if needed.
- While the beef is cooking, prepare the hummus, rice, tzatziki, and pickled onions (store-bought or homemade).
- In a bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and dill if desired.
- To assemble your bowl, spread 2-4 tablespoons of hummus at the bottom. Add a scoop of rice, then evenly divide the beef mixture and cucumber-tomato salad on top.
- Finish with a generous dollop of tzatziki, pickled onions, and any additional toppings like lemon, fresh herbs, or feta. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize your bowl with your favorite toppings such as olives, feta cheese, or fresh herbs. For a vegetarian option, consider using lentils or a plant-based meat substitute.