Description
Mediterranean Steak Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal that brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your table. This dish features tender, grilled steak paired with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables and hearty grains, all drizzled with a zesty dressing. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, these bowls can be customized to suit your taste preferences. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a wholesome and satisfying dish that’s both nutritious and visually appealing. With each bite offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors, Mediterranean Steak Bowls are sure to impress your family and friends while keeping your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin or flank steak
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Season the steak with salt and pepper. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and sear the steak for 4-5 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached.
- Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions while the steak is cooking.
- Chop the vegetables: halve cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, and dice the red onion.
- Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl for dressing; season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble bowls by layering quinoa or rice as the base, followed by sliced steak, chopped vegetables, and drizzle with dressing.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
– For added flavor, marinate the steak in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for at least an hour before cooking.
– Experiment with toppings like feta cheese or olives for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the steak in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for at least an hour before cooking.- Experiment with toppings like feta cheese or olives for extra richness.