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Healthy Steak Bowl Recipe Inspired by the Mediterranean Diet

Enjoy a flavorful and healthy Mediterranean-inspired steak bowl, packed with lean protein, colorful vegetables, and a zesty vinaigrette. This recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak & Marinade
  • 1 lb sirloin steak cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red grape juice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Bowl Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 red onion sliced
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa (or brown rice)

Method
 

  1. Whisk together lemon juice, red grape juice vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate steak in half of the vinaigrette for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook steak for 5-7 minutes, or until desired doneness. Remove and set aside.
  5. Add bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  6. Add cherry tomatoes and olives to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
  7. Combine cooked quinoa, cooked vegetables, and steak in a bowl.
  8. Pour the remaining vinaigrette over the bowl and toss to combine.
  9. Top with feta cheese and fresh parsley.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vinaigrette.