Description
Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender marinated flank steak grilled to perfection, served over a bed of rice with black beans, corn, fresh veggies, and tangy lime-cilantro accents. Perfectly balanced with zesty spices and creamy avocado, these bowls offer a satisfying and nutritious meal ideal for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Marinade
- 1 pound flank steak
- 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
Bowl Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Extra cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the flank steak and coat thoroughly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Prepare Rice and Beans: Cook rice according to package instructions until fluffy. Meanwhile, heat the rinsed black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, seasoning with a pinch of salt or cumin if desired. Prepare corn by boiling or sautéing fresh corn briefly, or heating frozen corn as needed.
- Cook the Steak: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and discard the marinade. Grill the steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 130°F. Remove from heat and let the steak rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain to maintain tenderness.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among serving bowls. Add black beans, corn, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and diced red onion. Top each bowl with slices of the grilled steak and crumbled feta cheese if using. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful cilantro lime steak bowls.
Notes
- Resting the steak after cooking is essential to keep it juicy and tender.
- Feel free to customize your bowls with other vegetables or spicy toppings like jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Marinate the steak overnight for even deeper flavors if time permits.
- If you don’t have a grill, cooking the steak in a cast-iron skillet is a great alternative.
