Description
A quick and healthy Mediterranean Steak Bowl packed with juicy grilled sirloin, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki. Perfect for meal prep or a weeknight dinner, this customizable recipe is inspired by classic Greek flavors and fits a variety of dietary needs.
Ingredients
- For the Steak and Marinade:
- 1 lb sirloin steak (about 1-inch thick)
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- For the Bowl Base:
- 2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup roasted chickpeas (optional)
- For the Toppings:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted
- ⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley or dill), chopped
- For the Tzatziki:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
- For the Lemon Vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (omit for Whole30)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Mix marinade ingredients and coat steak. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours in the fridge.
2. Prepare the tzatziki by mixing all tzatziki ingredients. Chill in the fridge until ready to use.
3. Whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl or jar. Set aside.
4. Heat a cast-iron or grill pan over high heat. Sear steak for 4–5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Let rest, then slice thinly.
5. In serving bowls, layer cooked grains as the base, then add sliced steak, vegetables, chickpeas, and feta if using.
6. Top each bowl with a generous spoonful of tzatziki and a drizzle of lemon vinaigrette.
7. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately or store in glass containers for meal prep.
Notes
Substitute steak with grilled chicken or tofu for variety.
To make it Whole30 or paleo, omit feta and honey and use compliant yogurt.
This dish is great for meal prep—store toppings and sauces separately to keep textures fresh.
For best results, slice steak against the grain after resting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (450g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg