Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean steak bowls, a delightful fusion of tender grilled beef, fluffy couscous, and fresh vegetables. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also creates a colorful presentation perfect for gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. With a zesty dressing that brings everything together, these bowls transform mealtime into a festive experience. Gather loved ones around the table and enjoy this culinary journey from the comfort of your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh herbs (parsley or mint), to taste
- Spices (cumin or paprika), to taste
Instructions
- Season the steak with salt, pepper, and spices. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and sear the steak for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Let rest before slicing.
- In a saucepan, bring water to boil. Add couscous and olive oil; cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes until fluffy.
- Dice cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion; toss in a bowl with lemon juice and olive oil.
- Fluff couscous with a fork and portion it into bowls. Top with sliced steak and prepared veggies.
- Crumble feta over each bowl and garnish with fresh herbs. Drizzle any remaining dressing on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg