Name: Mediterranean Steak Bowl
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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; 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh); 1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30); ½ tsp dried oregano

Description

A vibrant celebration of Mediterranean flavors packed into a customizable and nutritious bowl, featuring marinated steak, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki.

Ingredients

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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
2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30)
½ tsp dried oregano

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Instructions

Marinate the Steak: Mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Coat the steak, letting it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, and salt and pepper. Mix well and chill.
Make the Vinaigrette: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
Cook the Steak: Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and sear the steak for 4–5 minutes per side. Let it rest, then slice thinly.
Assemble the Bowls: Start with cooked grains, layer on sliced steak, roasted chickpeas (if using), cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Top with tzatziki and vinaigrette.

Notes

Customize your bowl with different proteins, grains, and vegetables based on your preference.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling/Searing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 540
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 90mg