Name: Mediterranean Steak Bowl
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb sirloin steak (about 1-inch thick); 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh); 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried thyme; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; 2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice); 1 cup roasted chickpeas (optional for paleo or keto); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 cucumber (diced); ½ red onion (thinly sliced); ½ cup kalamata olives (pitted); ⅓ cup feta cheese (crumbled; optional for dairy-free); ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley or dill, chopped); 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain; coconut yogurt for dairy-free); ½ cucumber (grated, squeezed dry); 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh); 1 garlic clove (minced); 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped); 3 tbsp olive oil (for vinaigrette); 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh); 1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30); 1 garlic clove (minced, for vinaigrette); ½ tsp dried oregano (for vinaigrette)

Description

A flavorful Mediterranean steak bowl that combines marinated sirloin steak with fresh veggies and hearty grains, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb sirloin steak (about 1-inch thick)
3 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
1 cup roasted chickpeas (optional for paleo or keto)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 cucumber (diced)
½ red onion (thinly sliced)
½ cup kalamata olives (pitted)
⅓ cup feta cheese (crumbled; optional for dairy-free)
¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley or dill, chopped)
1 cup Greek yogurt (plain; coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
½ cucumber (grated, squeezed dry)
1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
3 tbsp olive oil (for vinaigrette)
2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30)
1 garlic clove (minced, for vinaigrette)
½ tsp dried oregano (for vinaigrette)

Instructions

Marinate the Steak: Mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Coat the sirloin steak and let it sit for 30 minutes to 4 hours in the fridge.
Make the Tzatziki Sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
Prepare the Vinaigrette: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
Sear the Steak: Heat a skillet over high heat. Sear the marinated steak for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked to your liking. Let it rest before slicing.
Assemble Your Bowl: Start with the base of cooked grains, layer on sliced steak, sprinkle with fresh veggies, olives, and feta, then drizzle with tzatziki and vinaigrette.

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate the steak for up to 4 hours. Customize with different grains, veggies, or sauces.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: steak bowl, Mediterranean recipe, healthy dinner