Mediterranean Steak Bowl
A vibrant and healthy meal featuring tender steak, fresh vegetables, and zesty sauces, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Steak Marinade
- 1 lb sirloin steak (about 1-inch thick)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Bowl
- 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 small cucumber (diced)
- ½ small 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)
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain; coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- ½ small cucumber (grated, squeezed dry)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- to taste Salt & pepper
For the Vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- to taste Salt & pepper
Instructions
Marinate the Steak
- Mix the marinade ingredients: olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the sirloin steak with this mixture and let it marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Prepare the Tzatziki
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Chill in the fridge.
Make the Vinaigrette
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Cook the Steak
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the marinated steak for 4–5 minutes on each side until cooked to your liking.
- Allow it to rest before slicing it thinly.
Assemble the Bowl
- Layer the cooked grains, sliced steak, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with tzatziki and vinaigrette.
Notes
For more flavor, let the steak marinate longer, up to 4 hours if possible. You can substitute any grain you prefer or use a mix for added texture. Feel free to add your favorite veggies or toppings to personalize the dish.