Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Steak And Rice Bowls, a delightful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. These bowls feature tender marinated steak served over a bed of rice, complemented by an array of fresh toppings that cater to every palate. The bold chipotle marinade infuses the steak with a mouthwatering kick, while customizable ingredients like creamy avocado, crisp veggies, and zesty sour cream allow you to create a personalized dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this protein-packed meal that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½–2 lbs sirloin steak (flank steak will also work)
- ¼ cup olive oil (for marinade)
- 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- ¼ cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 2 small avocados
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1–2 jalapeños, finely diced
- 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
- ½ onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp olive oil (to cook the peppers)
- ½ cup rice, uncooked (brown rice also works)
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ½ cup canned black beans
- ½ cup tomatoes, sliced
- sour cream
- shredded romaine (optional)
- shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the steak with olive oil, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic, and spices for 10-20 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions while prepping vegetables.
- Sear the marinated steak in a hot skillet for 6-10 minutes until cooked to your liking; let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced bell peppers and onions until charred.
- Mash avocados with cilantro and jalapeños for guacamole.
- Assemble bowls starting with rice and adding your desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg