Mediterranean Steak Bowls
Delightful Mediterranean steak bowls featuring tender sirloin steak, vibrant vegetables, hearty grains, and creamy tzatziki sauce, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
Steak & Marinade
- 1 lb sirloin steak (about 1-inch thick)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Grains & Fillings
- 2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup roasted chickpeas (optional for paleo or keto) Optional
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 whole cucumber (diced)
- ½ whole red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup kalamata olives (pitted)
- ⅓ cup feta cheese (crumbled; optional for dairy-free) Optional
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley or dill, chopped)
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain; coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- ½ whole cucumber (grated, squeezed dry)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (plus more to taste)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- to taste salt & pepper
Vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30) Optional
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- to taste salt & pepper
Instructions
Marination
- Mix the marinade ingredients (olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper) in a bowl. Coat the sirloin steak in the marinade and let it sit for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Prepare the Tzatziki
- In another bowl, combine the tzatziki ingredients (Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and seasoning). Chill in the fridge.
Make the Vinaigrette
- Whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients and set aside.
Cook the Steak
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated steak for 4–5 minutes on each side or until it reaches your desired doneness. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly.
Assemble the Bowl
- Layer your cooked grains, sliced steak, and toppings in a bowl. Top with tzatziki and drizzle with vinaigrette before serving.
Notes
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, separate grains, steak, and toppings into different containers. Steak can be frozen for up to 2 months but is best when fresh. Warm steak and grains before serving and enjoy tzatziki cold.