Description
Satisfy your cravings with this vibrant Southwest Steak Bowl, a delicious dish bursting with bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Featuring perfectly grilled flank steak, hearty black beans, and creamy avocado, this bowl is topped off with a zesty lime dressing that ties all the elements together. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, it’s a nutritious option that delights the senses and pleases everyone at the table. Customize it to your liking, whether you prefer to add extra protein or spice it up with jalapeños. Discover how easy it is to create a satisfying meal that brings the taste of the Southwest straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Season flank steak with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub with olive oil.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill steak for 6-8 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, and salt for the dressing.
- To assemble: Layer quinoa or rice in bowls; add black beans and corn; top with sliced steak, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle lime dressing over each bowl and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg