Description
This Mediterranean Steak Bowl is a vibrant, healthy dish featuring marinated sirloin steak cooked to perfection and served over a bed of nutritious grains, fresh vegetables, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. It’s a satisfying meal packed with bold flavors and fresh herbs, perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Steak and Marinade
- 1 lb sirloin steak
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Grains
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber (grated and squeezed to remove excess water)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Thoroughly coat the sirloin steak in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse into the meat.
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix plain Greek yogurt with grated cucumber (make sure to squeeze out the excess water), lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Cover and chill the sauce until ready to serve, which helps the flavors meld.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, then cook the steak for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until it reaches your preferred level of doneness. Once cooked, remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of your choice of cooked grains in serving bowls. Top with the sliced steak, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumber. Drizzle generously with the chilled tzatziki sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or dill for added freshness and aroma.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use cauliflower rice instead of grains.
- Allowing the steak to rest after cooking ensures the juices redistribute and the meat stays juicy.
- You can substitute fresh herbs based on preference or availability.
- Marinating the steak longer (up to 4 hours) will deepen the flavor.
- Grate the cucumber for tzatziki and squeeze it well to avoid a watery sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Mediterranean steak bowl, sirloin steak recipe, tzatziki sauce, healthy steak bowl, Greek-inspired bowl, grain bowl, low carb steak dish
