Description
Mediterranean Steak Bowls combine tender, flavorful steak with fresh and vibrant Mediterranean ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Served over brown rice or quinoa and topped with creamy hummus or tzatziki, these bowls offer a balanced and satisfying meal perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Steak and Seasoning
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Bowls
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup hummus or tzatziki, for topping
- Fresh parsley or mint, for garnish
Optional Lemon Vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the Steak: In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced flank steak or sirloin with olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat the meat with the seasonings.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned steak for 2–3 minutes per side or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly to preserve the juices.
- Prepare the Bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa evenly among four serving bowls as the base layer.
- Assemble Ingredients: Top each bowl with the sliced steak, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced Kalamata olives, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Add Toppings: Place a dollop of hummus or tzatziki on top of each bowl for creaminess and flavor.
- Optional Vinaigrette: If desired, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over each assembled bowl.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or mint leaves for herbaceous brightness, then serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Steak Bowls.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the steak in lemon juice and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.
- These bowls are perfect for meal prep—store components separately and assemble when ready to eat.
- Swap brown rice or quinoa with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
