Mediterranean Steak Bowls
Mediterranean steak bowls offer a vibrant, nutritious meal that beautifully combines tender steak, fresh vegetables, and wholesome grains. With zesty Mediterranean flavors, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, allowing for customization to suit your taste. Enjoy a satisfying bowl that’s quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
- 1/2 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions (approximately 15 minutes).
- Season the flank steak with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side until desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
- While the steak rests, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble bowls starting with quinoa as the base, topped with sliced steak and chopped vegetables. Drizzle with olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg