Description
A hearty Mediterranean Steak Bowl with marinated steak, quinoa or brown rice, vibrant vegetables, and creamy feta cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives (sliced)
- 1/3 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup hummus (optional, for serving)
- 3 tbsp olive oil (for dressing)
- Juice of 1 lemon (for dressing)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano (for dressing)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste (for dressing)
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the thinly sliced steak, ensuring each piece is coated well. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated steak for 2-3 minutes on each side, until it reaches your desired doneness. Once cooked, remove the steak and squeeze fresh lemon juice over it. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide quinoa or brown rice between serving bowls. Arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese around the bowl.
- Top It Off: Add the thinly sliced steak and a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top. Drizzle with the prepared dressing and a dollop of hummus if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For the best flavor, marinate the steak for an hour if time allows. Serve warm or cold, and customize ingredients to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg