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Healthy Mediterranean Steak Bowl

Savor Every Bite: Healthy Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe

This Healthy Mediterranean Steak Bowl offers vibrant flavors and nourishing ingredients, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 1 pound Flank steak A tender cut of meat.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For marinating and flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Pepper
For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed.
  • 2 cups Chicken broth or water For cooking quinoa.
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced.
  • 1 cup Cooked chickpeas Boosts protein and fiber.
  • ½ cup Red onion Thinly sliced.
  • ½ cup Feta cheese Crumbled.
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives Pitted and halved.
  • 1 bunch Fresh parsley Chopped.
  • 1 large Lemon Juiced.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Massage the marinade into the flank steak and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, cook quinoa with chicken broth or water, bringing it to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Allow to sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  3. Preheat grill and cook the marinated flank steak for 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  4. In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, red onion, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives. Squeeze lemon juice and toss gently.
  5. Assemble the bowl with quinoa at the base, top with salad, and place sliced steak on top. Drizzle with olive oil or lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes. Store leftovers separately to maintain freshness.

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