Mouthwatering Southwest Steak Bowl
Experience a burst of flavors with the Mouthwatering Southwest Steak Bowl, featuring juicy flank steak, fluffy rice, and an array of colorful veggies. This simple yet satisfying recipe is perfect for any gathering or a cozy weeknight dinner. With its zesty toppings and customizable ingredients, this bowl is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- ½ red onion (sliced)
- 15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the flank steak in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions while the steak marinates.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add bell peppers and red onion. Sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Grill the steak: Preheat grill or skillet on high heat. Grill steak for about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let it rest before slicing.
- Assemble bowls: Start with a scoop of rice, layer with black beans, sautéed veggies, and sliced steak.
- Garnish: Top each bowl with chopped cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg