Mediterranean Steak Bowl (Print)
Juicy grilled sirloin with fresh vegetables and tzatziki sauce, inspired by classic Greek flavors and ready in minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Steak and Marinade
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450g sirloin steak, about 2.5cm thick
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45ml olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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15ml fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Bowl Base
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480ml cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
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240ml roasted chickpeas (optional)
→ Toppings
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240ml cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cucumber, diced
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½ red onion, thinly sliced
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120ml kalamata olives, pitted
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80ml crumbled feta cheese (optional)
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60ml fresh herbs (parsley or dill), chopped
→ Tzatziki
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240ml plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
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½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
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15ml fresh lemon juice
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1 garlic clove, minced
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15ml fresh dill, chopped
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Lemon Vinaigrette
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45ml olive oil
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30ml fresh lemon juice
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5ml honey (omit for dietary restrictions)
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1 garlic clove, minced
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 -
Combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat steak thoroughly with marinade and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours for optimal flavor development.
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Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed to remove excess moisture), lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt and pepper until thoroughly combined and slightly emulsified.
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Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan over high heat. Sear steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time according to thickness and desired doneness. Rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
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Start with a base of cooked grains, arrange sliced steak and toppings in sections. Drizzle with tzatziki and lemon vinaigrette just before serving.
# Notes:
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For meal prep, store components separately and assemble just before eating. Steak can be enjoyed warm or cold in this bowl.