Description
Dive into a vibrant Mediterranean steak bowl that combines juicy flank steak, fresh veggies, and creamy feta cheese for a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for entertaining or weeknight dinners, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning. Bring the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups cooked rice or warm pita bread
- Fresh parsley or mint for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add flank steak and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2. Sear the Steak: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached. Allow it to rest before slicing.
- 3. Prepare Vegetables: While the steak rests, chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces and slice red onion thinly.
- 4. Assemble Your Bowl: Start with rice or pita as the base. Layer sliced steak on top followed by chopped veggies and crumbled feta.
- 5. Finish and Serve: Drizzle with extra olive oil and garnish with fresh herbs. Enjoy immediately!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg