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Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

These vibrant Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls deliver a flavorful and fresh meal in just 35 minutes, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

Steak Marinade
  • 1 lb flank steak trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for steak marinade
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 0.25 cup fresh lime juice about 2-3 limes
Vinaigrette
  • 0.5 cup olive oil for vinaigrette
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped, loosely packed
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon honey or agave nectar optional
Bowl Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen (thawed), or canned (drained)
  • 15 oz black beans 1 can, rinsed and drained
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved

Equipment

  • Grill pan or heavy skillet
  • Blender or jar for vinaigrette
  • cutting board

Method
 

Prepare the Steak
  1. Mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub this spice mixture all over the flank steak, coating both sides evenly. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. While marinating, heat a grill pan or heavy skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Cook the steak for 4-6 minutes per side without moving it. Aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F for medium-rare.
  3. Transfer the cooked steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. After resting, slice thinly against the grain at a slight angle.
Prepare the Vinaigrette
  1. While the steak cooks, prepare the vinaigrette by combining lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper in a blender or jar. Blend for 20-30 seconds until smooth, or shake in a jar for 45-60 seconds until fully emulsified.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide the cooked rice among four bowls, then arrange the sliced steak, corn, black beans, avocado, and cherry tomatoes on top. Drizzle generously with the cilantro-lime vinaigrette and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 38gFat: 24g

Notes

Customize your bowls by adding different proteins or vegetables. This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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