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Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe with a bed of fluffy couscous or herb rice topped with grilled steak strips creamy hummus crisp cucumber cherry tomatoes pickled onions olives feta and creamy tzatziki sauce

Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe

Seared, marinated steak sliced over seasoned rice with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and a dollop of tzatziki. A bright, whole food dinner that comes together in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs flank steak or sirloin
  • 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked rice, white or brown
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 whole English cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 whole red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 3/4 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for serving

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Marinate steak in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Sear the dried steak in a hot oiled skillet for 3 to 4 minutes per side, then rest 5 minutes.
  3. Slice steak thinly against the grain.
  4. Divide rice among bowls and top with steak, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives.
  5. Finish with feta, a dollop of tzatziki, and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Marinate no longer than 30 minutes to avoid a mushy texture from the lemon juice.
  • Always slice steak against the grain for tenderness.
  • Salt vegetables briefly and drain excess liquid before assembling.
  • Store components separately for the best meal prep results.