Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe

Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe

Author: Arwa Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: DINNER Cuisine: Mediterranean Diet: Dairy-free, Keto-friendly, Paleo

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, for vinaigrette)
  • 1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced, for vinaigrette)
  • ½ tsp dried oregano (for vinaigrette)
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Instructions

  1. Mix marinade ingredients and coat steak. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  2. Mix tzatziki ingredients and chill in the fridge.
  3. Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients and set aside.
  4. Sear steak in a hot skillet for 4–5 minutes per side, then let rest before slicing thinly against the grain.
  5. Layer grains, steak, and toppings in a bowl. Add tzatziki and vinaigrette. Serve immediately or pack for lunch.

Notes

  1. Make extra tzatziki to enjoy with other meals. Remember to let the steak rest for juicy slices.