Description
A delicious and nutritious steak bowl inspired by the Mediterranean diet, featuring fresh vegetables, whole grains, and a flavorful dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions using water.
- While quinoa is cooking, season the flank steak with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Grill or pan-sear the steak over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese, and olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture and toss to combine.
- Top the quinoa salad with sliced steak and serve immediately.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or arugula for extra nutrients.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute steak with grilled tofu or chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Healthy Steak Bowl, Mediterranean Diet, Quinoa Salad, Grilled Steak, Healthy Recipe