Prepared in simply half-hour, these Mediterranean Steak Grain bowls are crammed with quinoa, tomatoes and bell pepper, feta, olives, and topped with slices of juicy grilled steak, and a creamy herb yogurt dressing. Excellent meal for the entire household to customise and construct their very own bowl!
Why I Love This Recipe
Grain bowls have change into one in all my favourite straightforward to throw collectively meals after I don’t know what else to make for dinner!
Why? As a result of they get dinner on the desk shortly (good day half-hour), are customizable, and supply a superbly balanced meal crammed with protein, fiber, carbs, and fats.
Quinoa and hummus function the bottom for these bowls and are topped with tender, juicy grilled steak, crunchy bell pepper, pink onion, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and salty feta.
Oh, and you’ll’t neglect about drizzling some creamy, herb yogurt dressing on prime.
I simply love how bowls layer totally different textures and flavors, making each chew distinctive and a little bit of a shock. Loaded with Mediterranean taste, these bowls aren’t any exception.
They’re an awesome choice for a fast and simple weeknight meal, or the elements may even be prepped on the weekend for simple to assemble lunches or all through the week.
Plus, the entire household can get pleasure from customizing their bowls, selecting which toppings so as to add primarily based on their preferences. I name {that a} win win!
Substances You’ll Want
Notes on Substances
flank steak: lean reduce of meat that’s a superb supply of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
hummus: gives some creaminess and further taste to the bowls. Any store-bought hummus ought to work – I used plain however a flavored hummus can be scrumptious too!
quinoa: barely nutty-flavored grain crammed with fiber and protein that serves as a part of the bottom for the bowls.
cherry tomatoes: add sweetness, acidity, and a pop of colour to the dish.
bell pepper: provides a pleasant crunch to the dish and is a good supply of vitamin C. I used inexperienced, however any colour pepper works.
pink onion: sharp, pungent taste, provides crunch and depth to the dish.
crumbled feta: provides a creamy texture and a few saltiness.
kalamata olives: give a wealthy, barely salty style.
Greek yogurt: acts as the bottom for the dressing.
lemon: provides some acidity to the herb yogurt dressing.
garlic: provides dressing a punch of taste.
oregano: provides dressing a vibrant and daring taste.
mint: provides a delicate sweetness to the yogurt sauce
olive oil: used to coat the grill pan and within the dressing. It’s additionally an excellent supply of dietary fats and antioxidants.
salt and pepper: important taste enhancers.
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Easy methods to Make Mediterranean Steak Grain Bowl
- Put together and cook dinner steak. First, pat steak dry with paper towel then season each side with salt and pepper and let sit out at room temperature for a minimum of half-hour. After heating the grill or cast-iron grill pan, grill steak, turning as soon as, till cooked to your required choice. See recipe notes under for steerage on cook dinner occasions.
- Relaxation and slice steak. As soon as cooked, switch steak to chopping board and let relaxation for a minimum of 10 minutes, then thinly slice it in opposition to the grain.
- Construct bowls. Start by spreading hummus over half of the bowl and fill the opposite half with quinoa.
- Add steak and remainder of substances. Place steak over the quinoa and prime with tomatoes, bell pepper, pink onion, feta, and olives. Drizzle herb yogurt dressing over prime and garnish with extra mint as desired.
Professional Ideas
- After drying and seasoning the steak, let sit out at room temperature for a minimum of half-hour earlier than grilling. This helps it cook dinner extra evenly and have a juicy, tender, taste and texture.
- To avoid wasting time, use a store-bought Tzatziki or Greek dressing as a substitute of constructing your individual yogurt sauce.
- Meal prep the elements of the bowl over the weekend so that you’ve got dinners or lunches which can be fast to assemble for the week!
Storage and Preparation
Leftovers could be saved in an hermetic container within the fridge for as much as 3-4 days.
You possibly can prep the weather of those bowls individually forward of time just like the quinoa, steak, and herb yogurt dressing. Then if you’re able to eat merely construct your bowl!
Recipes That Pair Effectively
6 Ingredient Corn and Tomato Salad
Gradual Cooker Greek Baked Beans
For extra bowl inspiration, try my different recipes under!
Spicy Peanut Tofu Bowl with Bok Choy
Moroccan-Impressed Chickpea Bowl
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Description
Prepared in simply half-hour, these Mediterranean Steak Grain bowls are crammed with quinoa, tomatoes and bell pepper, feta, olives, and topped with slices of juicy grilled steak, and a creamy herb yogurt dressing. Excellent meal for the entire household to customise and construct their very own bowl!
For the steak grain bowls:
- Olive oil, for brushing
- 1 lb flank or skirt steak
- 1 cup hummus
- 2 cups cooked quinoa (from 2/3 cup dry quinoa)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 inexperienced bell pepper, diced (about 3/4 – 1 cup)
- 1/2 small pink onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta
- 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
For the herb yogurt dressing:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 small garlic clove, grated or minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1/2 tablespoon contemporary)
- 1/2 tablespoon contemporary mint (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
For the steak grain bowls:
- Pat steak dry with paper towel. Season each side with salt and pepper and let sit out at room temperature for a minimum of half-hour.
- Warmth grill or forged iron grill pan over medium-high warmth. Brush grill pan with olive oil, or if utilizing a grill, brush steak with olive oil. Grill steak, turning as soon as, till instant-read thermometer inserted into heart reads 130 to 135 levels F for medium-rare (about 4-5 minutes per facet) or 135-145 levels F for medium (about 6-7 minutes per facet). Switch steak to chopping board and let relaxation for a minimum of 10 minutes.
- Thinly slice steak in opposition to the grain.
- To organize bowls, unfold hummus over half of the bowl and fill the opposite half with quinoa.
- Place steak over the quinoa and prime with tomatoes, bell pepper, pink onion, feta, and olives.
- Drizzle herb yogurt dressing over prime and garnish with extra mint as desired.
For the herb yogurt dressing:
- Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, mint, salt and pepper till mixed.
- Whereas whisking, slowly drizzle in olive oil till dressing is easy and creamy.
Notes
- I want my steak medium-rare however the USDA recommends cooking meat till a thermometer inserted on the heart reaches 145 levels F. This can yield steak that’s effectively accomplished.
- For a time-saver, you might prime these bowls with a store-bought Tzatziki or Greek dressing.
- Meal prep the elements forward of time over the weekend so you possibly can simply construct the bowls for dinner or lunches in the course of the week!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Prepare dinner Time: 10 minutes
- Class: Dinner
- Methodology: Grill
- Delicacies: Mediterranean