Description
Flavorful Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls with tender marinated steak, rice, black beans, corn, and fresh toppings. Quick, easy, and perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 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, combine lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk well.
- Place flank steak in a bag or dish. Pour marinade over steak, ensuring it’s well coated. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Warm black beans in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Cook corn by boiling, sautéing, or microwaving.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove steak from marinade, discard marinade. Grill steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Transfer steak to cutting board, let rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice against the grain into thin strips.
- In bowls, layer rice, black beans, corn, and sliced steak. Top with cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and feta cheese (optional). Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Marinating the steak longer enhances flavor.
- Adjust cooking time based on steak thickness and desired doneness.
- Customize bowls with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cilantro lime steak, steak bowl, flank steak, healthy bowl, Mexican bowl