Description
A vibrant and protein-packed bowl featuring juicy steak and fresh vegetables, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Steak and Marinade
- 1 pound Steak ribeye, strip, or sirloin (Sirloin is lean and budget-friendly.)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil (For marinating and cooking.)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed for marinating.)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced for the marinade and sauce.)
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano (Adds Mediterranean flavor.)
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt (To taste.)
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper (To taste.)
- 1 pinch Paprika (Optional for additional spice.)
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar (Optional for added tang.)
Base
- 1 cup Cooked quinoa or brown rice (Choose based on preference.)
- 2 cups Chopped romaine (For a lighter bowl option.)
Vegetables
- 1 cup Cucumber (Diced for freshness.)
- 1 cup Grape tomatoes (Halved.)
- 1/2 cup Red onion (Marinated with lemon and salt for 10 minutes.)
- 1 cup Bell pepper (Diced for crunch.)
Extras
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (For added flavor.)
- 1/2 cup Crumbled feta (Adds richness.)
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley or dill (Chopped for garnish.)
Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (For creamy sauce.)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed.)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced.)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (For a rich flavor.)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (To taste.)
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper (To taste.)
Instructions
Marinate the Steak
- Slice your steak into strips or keep it whole. Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika. Coat the steak and marinate for 20-30 minutes at room temperature or up to 8 hours in the fridge.
Cook the Steak
- Heat a skillet until hot. Add a thin slick of oil and sear the steak for 2-4 minutes per side, depending on desired doneness.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assemble the Bowl
- While the steak rests, add warm grains or greens to each bowl. Top with cucumber, tomato, red onion, and bell pepper. Add olives and feta.
- Slice the steak against the grain, add to bowls, and drizzle with garlic yogurt sauce. Finish with fresh herbs and a splash of lemon.
Notes
Customize by swapping steak for chicken or shrimp, or make it vegetarian with crispy chickpeas and extra veggies. Holds well for meal prep; store components separately when possible.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean