Mediterranean-style Mixed Plate Recipe

Name: Mediterranean-style Mixed Plate
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: roasted beef: 125g; couscous: 175g; lettuce: 50g; tomato: 30g; cucumber: 30g; olive oil: 12g; sun-dried tomatoes: 15g; green olives: 30g

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This Mediterranean-style mixed plate combines the rich flavors of sliced roasted beef, fluffy couscous, a fresh mixed salad, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and piquant olives into a delicious and balanced meal. Ideal for those who appreciate a harmony of proteins, grains, and vegetables with a touch of Mediterranean zest, this dish is not only a treat to the taste buds but also appealingly nutritious.

🌎 Mediterranean: Main Course

🔥 Calories 700kcal
🍗 Protein 40g
🍚 Carbs 55g
🧈 Fat 30g

🥗 Ingredients:

roasted beef (125g)
couscous (175g)
lettuce (50g)
tomato (30g)
cucumber (30g)
olive oil (12g)
sun-dried tomatoes (15g)
green olives (30g)

🍳 How to cook (1 serving):

Cooking Time: 25 minutesPreperation Time: 10 minutes

Roasted Beef Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). 2. Season the beef slice with salt, pepper, and your preferred herbs. 3. Roast in the preheated oven until it reaches your desired level of doneness, approximately 20-25 minutes for medium-rare. 4. Let the beef rest before slicing it against the grain.

Couscous Preparation

1. Bring water (or chicken/vegetable broth for more flavor) to a boil. 2. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. 3. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. 4. Mix in a drizzle of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Mixed Salad Preparation

1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomato, and cucumber. 2. Add sun-dried tomatoes and olives. 3. Dress the salad with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. 4. Toss everything together until well mixed.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This mixed plate is a wonderful source of protein, essential for muscle repair and growth, and provides a good balance of carbohydrates for energy and fats for satiety and nutrient absorption. The salad component adds vitamins and minerals, making it a well-rounded and healthful meal option.