Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls
A vibrant bowl filled with sizzling steak, fresh veggies, and zesty flavors, perfect for family dinners or meal prepping.
Ingredients
For the Marinade & Steak
- 1 pound flank steak Can substitute with skirt steak or chicken breast.
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (approximately 2 limes)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown) Can substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice.
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained Can substitute with pinto beans or chickpeas.
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned) Can skip or use diced bell peppers instead.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado sliced
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional) Can substitute with goat cheese.
- Extra cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and clean your workspace.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper for the marinade.
- Add the flank steak to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (ideally 2-4 hours).
Cooking the Components
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, heat black beans over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Boil or sauté fresh corn until tender or heat frozen corn according to instructions.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high (around 400°F).
Grilling the Steak
- Remove steak from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Discard the marinade.
- Grill steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (130°F).
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
Assembling the Bowls
- Divide cooked rice into bowls and layer with black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
- Top each bowl with sliced steak and feta cheese if desired.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
Enjoy
- Take a moment to appreciate your colorful, flavorful feast before diving in!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze components separately.