Beef · Greek · 35 min
Skillet Eggplant, Beef & Feta Moussaka with Lemon Arugula Salad
- 35 min
- 2–6 servings
- 669 kcal / serving
A skillet-style moussaka pairing tender eggplant with beef and feta, finished with a bright lemon arugula salad. It's a straightforward weeknight dish with comforting textures and balanced flavors.
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Ingredients
- ½ (5 oz) pkgbaby arugula
- ½ (4 oz) pkgcrumbled feta cheese
- 1 (14.5 oz) candiced tomatoes
- 1eggplant
- 2 clovesgarlic
- ½ small bunchItalian (flat-leaf) parsley
- ¾ lblean ground beef
- ½lemon
- ½ mediumyellow onion
- eggplants
- lemons
- yellow onions
From the pantry: black pepper, cinnamon, ground, Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, salt
Cookware
can opener · chef's knife · citrus juicer (optional) · colander · cutting board · garlic press (optional) · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · salad spinner (optional) · stainless steel or cast iron skillet · stirring spoon · whisk or fork
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Produce
- ½ (5 oz) pkgbaby arugula
- 1eggplant
- 2 clovesgarlic
- ½ small bunchItalian (flat-leaf) parsley
- ½lemon
- ½ mediumyellow onion
- eggplants
- lemons
- yellow onions
Meat & seafood
- ¾ lblean ground beef
Dairy, eggs & chilled
- ½ (4 oz) pkgcrumbled feta cheese
Pantry & dry goods
- 1 (14.5 oz) candiced tomatoes
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| baby arugula | ½ (5 oz) pkg | 1 (5 oz) pkg | 1 ½ (5 oz) pkgs |
| crumbled feta cheese | ½ (4 oz) pkg | 1 (4 oz) pkg | 1 ½ (4 oz) pkgs |
| diced tomatoes | 1 (14.5 oz) can | 2 (14.5 oz) cans | 3 (14.5 oz) cans |
| eggplant | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| garlic | 2 cloves | 4 cloves | 6 cloves |
| Italian (flat-leaf) parsley | ½ small bunch | 1 small bunch | 1 ½ small bunches |
| lean ground beef | ¾ lb | 1 ½ lb | 2 ¼ lb |
| lemon | ½ | 1 | 1 ½ |
| yellow onion | ½ medium | 1 medium | 1 ½ medium |
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Directions
- Rinse and dry the fresh produce, then place a skillet over medium heat.
- Peel and finely dice the yellow onion and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef in the skillet, breaking it into crumbles until no longer pink, about 2–4 minutes; transfer the beef to a bowl and keep the fat in the pan.
- Peel and mince the garlic and add it to the pan with the onions, cooking until the onions soften, 3–5 minutes.
- Trim the ends of the eggplants and cut them into ½-inch dice; transfer to a medium bowl.
- Add olive oil to the skillet, then the garlic, eggplant, and diced tomatoes; season with cinnamon, salt, and pepper, cooking until the eggplant is tender, about 8–10 minutes.
- Strip leaves from the parsley stems, discard the stems, and roughly chop the leaves.
- Juice half a lemon into a small bowl; whisk in olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make a dressing.
- Return the beef to the skillet and stir in half of the parsley; combine well and let flavors come together for a minute.
- To serve, plate the moussaka and crumble feta on top, then sprinkle with the remaining parsley. Arrange the arugula beside the skillet and drizzle with the dressing; season to taste.
Two tips
- Prep the onion and parsley while the beef cooks to save time.
- Stash leftovers in a covered container for up to 2 days, or serve the greens and dressing on the side for a quick lunch.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 669 kcal
- Protein
- 42 g
- Carbs
- 33 g
- Fat
- 43 g
- Fiber
- 16 g
- Sodium
- 418 mg
Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.
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