Mediterranean Steak Grain Bowl | Kara Lydon

Prepared in simply half-hour, these Mediterranean Steak Grain bowls are full of 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 develop into considered one of my favourite simple 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 rapidly (hiya half-hour), are customizable, and supply a superbly balanced meal full of 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, purple onion, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and salty feta.

Oh, and you may’t neglect about drizzling some creamy, herb yogurt dressing on prime. 

I simply love how bowls layer totally different textures and flavors, making each chunk distinctive and a little bit of a shock. Loaded with Mediterranean taste, these bowls aren’t any exception. 

They’re an important possibility for a fast and simple weeknight meal, or the elements may even be prepped on the weekend for straightforward 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 based mostly on their preferences. I name {that a} win win! 

Components You’ll Want

Notes on Components 

flank steak: lean reduce of meat that’s a wonderful supply of protein, iron, and vitamin B12. 

hummus: supplies some creaminess and additional taste to the bowls. Any store-bought hummus ought to work – I used plain however a flavored hummus could be scrumptious too!

quinoa: barely nutty-flavored grain full of 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. 

purple 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 a great supply of dietary fats and antioxidants.

salt and pepper: important taste enhancers. 

Tools You’ll Want (affiliate hyperlinks – in the event you make a purchase order I obtain a small fee)

Forged iron grill pan

How one can Make Mediterranean Steak Grain Bowl

1. 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 no less than 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 steering on cook dinner instances.
2. Relaxation and slice steak. As soon as cooked, switch steak to chopping board and let relaxation for no less than 10 minutes, then thinly slice it towards the grain. 
3. Construct bowls. Start by spreading hummus over half of the bowl and fill the opposite half with quinoa.
4. Add steak and remainder of elements. Place steak over the quinoa and prime with tomatoes, bell pepper, purple onion, feta, and olives. Drizzle herb yogurt dressing over prime and garnish with further mint as desired.

Skilled Suggestions

1. After drying and seasoning the steak, let sit out at room temperature for no less than half-hour earlier than grilling. This helps it cook dinner extra evenly and have a juicy, tender, taste and texture. 
2. To avoid wasting time, use a store-bought Tzatziki or Greek dressing as an alternative of constructing your individual yogurt sauce.
3. Meal prep the elements of the bowl over the weekend so that you’ve dinners or lunches which might be fast to assemble for the week!

Storage and Preparation

Leftovers will be saved in an hermetic container within the fridge for as much as 3-4 days.

You’ll be able to prep the weather of those bowls individually forward of time just like the quinoa, steak, and herb yogurt dressing. Then whenever you’re able to eat merely construct your bowl! 

Recipes That Pair Effectively

Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

6 Ingredient Corn and Tomato Salad

Sluggish Cooker Greek Baked Beans

Air Fryer Cauliflower

For extra bowl inspiration, try my different recipes under! 

Historic Grains Bowl

Spicy Peanut Tofu Bowl with Bok Choy

Farro Breakfast Bowl

Spring Vegetable Buddha Bowl

Moroccan-Impressed Chickpea Bowl 

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