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Colorful Mediterranean steak bowl with grilled steak slices, fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and rice drizzled with tzatziki sauce.

Mediterranean Steak Bowls Recipe – Healthy Dinner Idea

These Mediterranean steak bowls are packed with flavor and nutrition. Juicy grilled steak is paired with crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and feta, all served over rice or quinoa and drizzled with creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a healthy dinner, meal prep, or when you’re craving a Mediterranean-inspired dish full of fresh ingredients!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Dish, One-bowl meal
Cuisine Mediterranean, Modern Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill pan or outdoor grill
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cutting board & knife
  • Tongs
  • Serving bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sirloin or flank steak
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa, couscous, or rice
  • 1 cup cucumbers, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup hummus or tzatziki (optional)
  • 1 cup crunchy toppings (pita chips, roasted chickpeas, or toasted nuts)
  • Fresh parsley or mint for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Marinate steak: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat steak and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Grill steak: Heat grill or pan to high. Cook steak 3–5 minutes per side until desired doneness. Rest for 10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  • Prepare grains: Cook quinoa, couscous, or rice according to package instructions. Fluff and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Chop veggies: Dice cucumbers, halve tomatoes, slice olives, and crumble feta.
  • Assemble bowls: Layer grains, add sliced steak, scatter veggies, and spoon hummus or tzatziki.
  • Add crunch: Top with pita chips, roasted chickpeas, or nuts just before serving.
  • Garnish: Sprinkle fresh herbs and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Protein swaps: Chicken, lamb, shrimp, or tofu work well.
  • Grain swaps: Bulgur, farro, or cauliflower rice for variety.
  • Crunch variations: Try sunflower seeds, almonds, or crispy chickpeas.
  • Storage: Keep components separate; refrigerate up to 3 days. Refresh crunch before serving.
  • Pro tip: Drizzle with tahini or tzatziki for extra Mediterranean flair.
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