Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, mint, salt, and pepper. Add steak and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let it rest before slicing.
- Prepare Your Grains: Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions; fluff with a fork once done.
- Chop Your Veggies: Dice cucumbers and halve cherry tomatoes.
- Assemble Your Bowls: In each bowl, layer quinoa or rice at the bottom followed by sliced steak, cucumbers, tomatoes, and crumbled feta.
- Add Finishing Touches: Drizzle with olive oil or lemon juice and sprinkle with additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap vegetables based on seasonality or personal preference. For added crunch, consider topping with roasted chickpeas or nuts.