Description
This Healthy Steak Bowl Recipe Inspired by the Mediterranean Diet is hearty, packed with flavor, and nutritious. Featuring tender steak and vibrant vegetables, it embraces the principles of Mediterranean eating for a balanced meal that's satisfying without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Flank Steak or Sirloin Steak
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
½ tsp Garlic Powder
½ tsp Salt
¼ tsp Black Pepper
6 cups Mixed Greens (e.g., romaine, spring mix)
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
½ cup Cucumber, diced
¼ cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup Kalamata Olives, pitted and halved
¼ cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for vinaigrette)
2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
1 clove Garlic, minced
1 tsp Dried Oregano (for vinaigrette)
½ tsp Dijon Mustard
Pinch Salt and Pepper (for vinaigrette)
Instructions
- Pat flank steak dry and rub with a mixture of dried oregano, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, Dijon mustard, and pinch of salt and pepper for the vinaigrette
- Heat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil if using a skillet. Cook steak for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes on a cutting board
- Divide mixed greens among bowls and top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese
- Slice steak against the grain and divide among bowls
- Drizzle with vinaigrette, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure your steak is cooked perfectly.
Feel free to customize vegetables and toppings based on preference.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean