Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls
Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls are a delightful fusion of zesty flavors and fresh ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This vibrant dish features marinated flank steak grilled to perfection and served over a bed of rice with nutritious toppings like black beans, corn, and fresh veggies. Each bowl bursts with color and taste, making it not only satisfying to eat but also visually appealing. With minimal prep time and customizable options for toppings, it’s an ideal meal that fits any dietary preference or occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Extra cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the flank steak in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2 to 4 hours).
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Warm black beans in a saucepan until heated through.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated steak for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness.
- Let the steak rest before slicing it against the grain into strips.
- Assemble bowls starting with rice as a base, topped with black beans, corn, sliced steak, avocado, and feta if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg