Cilantro Lime Steak and Rice Bowls
Fresh and flavorful cilantro lime steak and rice bowls that blend zesty, savory, and fresh ingredients for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak (flank or sirloin)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, black beans, corn
Instructions
- Mix the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, and half of the chopped cilantro.
- Marinate the steak in a shallow dish or resealable bag for 30 minutes.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and add a drizzle of olive oil and lime juice.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side, then let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.
- Layer the bowl starting with rice, then steak, avocado, cilantro, and optional toppings.
- Squeeze more lime juice over the top before serving.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños. Skip the steak for a vegetarian option with extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: steak, cilantro, lime, rice bowl, easy dinner, Mexican cuisine
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