Description
Mediterranean Steak Bowls are a vibrant and delicious meal that elevates your dining experience with bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Picture tender steak marinated in zesty herbs, served over a bed of fluffy quinoa, and topped with colorful veggies, feta cheese, and olives. This customizable dish is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a family gathering—and promises to impress every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- ½ red onion (sliced)
- ½ cup Kalamata olives (pitted)
- ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Steak: Place steak in a resealable bag with marinade. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine with double the water in a pot. Bring to boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Sear the Steak: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, sear steak for about 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness. Rest before slicing.
- Chop Veggies: Prepare cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble Your Bowl: Layer quinoa at the bottom of bowls; top with veggies, olives, feta cheese, and sliced steak.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg