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Name: Beef & Sweet Potato Mosaic Bake: Mediterranean Rubik’s Tribute
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 4 oz beef sirloin, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 3 oz sweet potato, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 3 oz zucchini, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp smoked paprika; Kosher salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1.5 oz feta cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1/2 cup mixed baby greens; 2 tbsp tzatziki sauce; 1 tbsp herbed olive oil (olive oil mixed with chopped fresh parsley, dill, and a pinch of lemon zest); Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)

Beef & Sweet Potato Mosaic Bake: Mediterranean Rubik’s Tribute

CrushedLemon1034

This Beef & Sweet Potato Mosaic Bake is both a feast for the eyes and the palate. Inspired by the playful geometry of a Rubik’s cube, each cube of juicy beef, caramelized sweet potato, and golden zucchini is meticulously arranged for maximum textural and visual satisfaction. Mediterranean spices and a drizzle of herbed olive oil add a savory, aromatic flair, while tangy feta provides creamy bursts of flavor. Served with cool tzatziki and crisp greens, this single-serve plate is perfect for a special solo dinner or a show-stopping appetizer.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a small baking tray with parchment paper.
Toss beef cubes with 1 tsp olive oil, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
In separate bowls, toss sweet potato cubes with 1/2 tsp olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss zucchini cubes with remaining 1/2 tsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Roast sweet potato cubes on one side of the tray and zucchini cubes on the other for 10 minutes.
Remove tray from oven. Add seasoned beef cubes (space them apart for even browning). Return to oven and roast for 12-14 minutes more, until beef is medium-rare to medium, sweet potatoes are tender, and zucchini is golden.
Arrange roasted beef, sweet potato, and zucchini cubes on a plate in a geometric, Rubik’s cube-inspired grid. Nestle feta cubes among them for color and flavor contrast.
Drizzle with herbed olive oil. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Serve with a scoop of tzatziki and mixed greens on the side.