Mediterranean Steak Bowls: An Amazing Ultimate Dinner Recipe
If you’re on the hunt for a vibrant and delicious dinner option, these Mediterranean Steak Bowls are an absolute must-try! Bursting with flavor and color, this recipe combines tender grilled steak with nutrient-rich vegetables and hearty grains, making it a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- Olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or couscous
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (or plant-based alternative)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the flank steak with olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper for 15-30 minutes.
- Cook quinoa or couscous according to package instructions.
- Grill the marinated steak over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- Allow the steak to rest before slicing against the grain.
- Combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and chickpeas in a bowl; season to taste.
- Assemble bowls by layering quinoa or couscous topped with sliced steak and fresh vegetables.
- Garnish with feta cheese and parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg