Description
These Mediterranean Steak Bowls are a flavorful, protein-packed meal that combines perfectly cooked steak with fresh vegetables, creamy hummus, and tangy tzatziki sauce. The vibrant Mediterranean flavors come together in a delicious, wholesome bowl that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. It’s a balanced meal that’s rich in protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 steaks (sirloin, flank, or your preferred cut)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (or rice)
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup hummus
- 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Steak:
Heat the olive oil in a skillet or on the grill over medium-high heat. Season the steaks with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano. Cook the steaks for 3-5 minutes per side, depending on your preferred level of doneness. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F (54-57°C). Once cooked, let the steaks rest for a few minutes before slicing them thinly. - Prepare the Bowls:
While the steak rests, prepare the base of your bowls by placing a portion of cooked quinoa (or rice) in each bowl. - Assemble the Bowls:
Arrange the sliced steak on top of the quinoa. Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and Kalamata olives to each bowl. - Add the Toppings:
Spoon a dollop of hummus and tzatziki sauce on each bowl, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve with a lemon wedge for a zesty finishing touch. - Serve:
Serve immediately and enjoy this Mediterranean-inspired, protein-packed bowl!
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa with couscous or rice for a different texture.
- If you prefer grilled vegetables, you can roast or grill the cucumber, tomatoes, and onions before adding them to the bowl.
- Make this dish vegetarian by omitting the steak and adding grilled chicken or falafel for protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Mediterranean, Protein-Packed, Bowl Meal
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 90mg