Mediterranean Steak Bowl (Printable Version)
A hearty bowl with marinated steak, grains, fresh veggies, and herbaceous tzatziki dressing.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Steak and Marinade
01 -
450 g sirloin steak, approx. 2.5 cm thick
02 -
45 ml olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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15 ml fresh lemon juice
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5 ml dried oregano
06 -
5 ml dried thyme
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2.5 ml salt
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1.25 ml black pepper
→ Bowl Base
09 -
480 ml cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
10 -
240 ml roasted chickpeas (optional for paleo or keto diet)
→ Toppings
11 -
240 ml cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cucumber, diced
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120 ml red onion, thinly sliced
14 -
120 ml pitted kalamata olives
15 -
80 ml crumbled feta cheese (optional for dairy-free)
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60 ml fresh herbs (parsley or dill), chopped
→ Tzatziki
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240 ml plain Greek yogurt (substitute coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
18 -
½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
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15 ml fresh lemon juice
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1 garlic clove, minced
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15 ml fresh dill, chopped
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Lemon Vinaigrette
23 -
45 ml olive oil
24 -
30 ml fresh lemon juice
25 -
5 ml honey (omit for Whole30)
26 -
1 garlic clove, minced
27 -
2.5 ml dried oregano
28 -
Salt and pepper, to taste
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Coat the sirloin steak evenly and marinate for 30 minutes up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
02 -
Mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
03 -
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (optional), minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
04 -
Heat a skillet over high heat and sear the marinated steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side until desired doneness. Rest the steak for a few minutes, then slice thinly.
05 -
Layer cooked grains, sliced steak, and toppings (cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, fresh herbs) in serving bowls. Drizzle with tzatziki and lemon vinaigrette before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Marinating the steak for longer enhances flavor and tenderness.