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Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors.

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

A vibrant dish featuring marinated flank steak served over a bed of rice with fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick family meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound flank steak Can substitute with skirt steak or sirloin.
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowls
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown) Prepare according to package directions.
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 whole avocado, sliced
  • ½ cup red onion, diced
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional) Omit for a dairy-free option.
  • extra cilantro for garnish
  • lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the flank steak, coating it well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2–4 hours.
  3. Cook rice according to package directions.
  4. Heat black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  5. If using fresh corn, cook it by boiling or sautéing briefly; for frozen corn, heat as needed.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and discard the marinade.
  3. Grill the steak for 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until it reaches 130°F.
  4. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
Assembly
  1. Divide rice into bowls.
  2. Top with black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and red onion.
  3. Pile on the sliced steak and sprinkle feta if using.
  4. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges. Enjoy!

Notes

Marinate longer for best flavor. Use fresh ingredients for optimal taste. Can substitute steak with chicken or tofu.