Description
Mediterranean Steak Bowl is a vibrant, hearty dish packed with Greek-inspired flavors—grilled steak, fresh veggies, creamy tzatziki, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a quick 30-minute dinner or meal prep, this bowl is colorful, customizable, and feels like a mini vacation to Santorini without leaving your kitchen.
Ingredients
For the Steak and Marinade
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1 lb sirloin steak (about 1 inch thick)
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3 tbsp olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp dried thyme
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
For the Bowl Base
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2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
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1 cup roasted chickpeas (optional)
Toppings
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cucumber, diced
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½ red onion, thinly sliced
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½ cup kalamata olives, pitted
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⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
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¼ cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Tzatziki Sauce
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1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
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½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Lemon Vinaigrette
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3 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30)
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1 garlic clove, minced
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½ tsp dried oregano
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Marinate the Steak: Whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Coat steak, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
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Make Tzatziki: Stir yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill.
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Prepare Vinaigrette: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
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Cook the Steak: Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan until very hot. Cook steak 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
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Assemble the Bowls: Divide grains into 4 bowls. Top with steak slices, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, feta, and herbs.
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Finish: Drizzle with vinaigrette and serve with tzatziki on the side or dolloped on top.
Notes
Resting the steak ensures juiciness.
Store toppings separately for fresh texture when meal prepping.
Customize grains: quinoa for protein, cauliflower rice for low-carb, or brown rice for heartiness.
Premade tzatziki is a quick shortcut.
Bell peppers, zucchini, or eggplant make great veggie swaps.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (+30 minutes marinating)
- Cook Time: 4–5 minutes
- Category: Main Course/Bowl
- Method: Grill or Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean/Greek