Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe
A vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Steak Bowl featuring marinated sirloin steak, fresh vegetables, cooked grains, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful, and balanced meal in just 35 minutes.
- Author: Cara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Steak and Marinade
- 1 lb sirloin steak
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Grains
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 whole cucumber, diced
- 2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) for garnish
- Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Thoroughly coat the sirloin steak with this marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavor.
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In another bowl, mix the plain Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Stir well and chill in the refrigerator until ready to use to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated steak for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly to retain juices.
- Assemble the Bowls: Start by layering your choice of cooked grains as the base in each bowl. Top with the thinly sliced steak, cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumber. Drizzle generously with the prepared tzatziki sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill as desired.
Notes
- For a lower-carb option, substitute grains with cauliflower rice.
- Adjust the garlic quantity in the marinade and tzatziki according to taste preferences.
- Allowing the steak to rest after cooking helps maintain its juiciness.
- The tzatziki sauce can be prepared in advance and stored chilled for up to 2 days.
- You can substitute fresh herbs based on availability, such as using mint instead of dill for a different flavor twist.
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