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Mediterranean Steak Bowl

A delightful medley of juicy steak, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki served on a bed of grains, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 lb sirloin steak (about 1-inch thick) Choose a steak with marbling for juiciness.
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 cup roasted chickpeas (optional)
  • 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 (plain; coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
  • ½ cucumber grated, squeezed dry
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • salt & pepper (to taste)
For the Vinaigrette
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
  • 1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • salt & pepper (to taste)

Method
 

Marinating the Steak
  1. Mix together the marinade ingredients and coat the steak. Let it marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Making the Tzatziki
  1. Combine the tzatziki ingredients and chill in the fridge while the steak marinates.
Preparing the Vinaigrette
  1. Whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl.
Cooking the Steak
  1. Sear the steak in a hot skillet for 4–5 minutes per side. Let it rest before slicing thinly.
Assembling the Bowl
  1. Layer grains, steak, and toppings in a bowl. Add tzatziki and vinaigrette.

Notes

This Mediterranean delight keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store components separately to keep everything fresh. Use grilled chicken or tofu for a protein swap or load up on roasted veggies for a vegan option.