Here’s a flavorful and vibrant recipe for Mediterranean Glazed Beef and Shrimp with Veggies — a colorful, protein-packed dish with a rich, tangy glaze and roasted or sautéed Mediterranean-style vegetables. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or an elegant meal prep option!
🥩🦐 Mediterranean Glazed Beef & Shrimp with Veggies
🍽️ What You’ll Love:
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Tender beef and juicy shrimp
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Glazed with a Mediterranean-inspired balsamic-honey-garlic sauce
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Loaded with vibrant roasted or sautéed vegetables
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Naturally low-carb, high-protein, and customizable
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Proteins:
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¾ lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
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¾ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
For the Glaze:
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¼ cup balsamic vinegar
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2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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Optional: ¼ tsp red pepper flakes for a kick
For the Veggies (choose a mix):
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1 zucchini, sliced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes
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1 small red onion, sliced
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1 cup baby spinach or kale (optional, added at the end)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt, pepper, and dried oregano
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Glaze
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In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard, garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
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Simmer over medium heat for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Set aside to cool — it will thicken more as it rests.
2. Cook the Veggies
Option A (Roasted):
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Toss chopped veggies with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
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Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and slightly charred.
Option B (Sautéed):
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add veggies and cook, stirring frequently, for 8–10 minutes until softened and golden. Add spinach/kale in the last minute.
3. Cook the Beef & Shrimp
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
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Season beef with salt and pepper. Sear slices for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
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In the same skillet, cook shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
4. Glaze Everything
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Return beef and shrimp to the pan, pour glaze over, and toss gently to coat.
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Let it cook together for 1–2 minutes so everything is glossy and flavorful.
5. Assemble
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Serve beef and shrimp over a bed of roasted/sautéed veggies.
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Optional: Garnish with crumbled feta, chopped parsley, or a squeeze of lemon juice.
🧊 Meal Prep Tip
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Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
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Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or microwave in short bursts.
🥗 Great Additions:
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Hummus or tzatziki on the side
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Couscous, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
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Kalamata olives or artichoke hearts