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Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls with fresh vegetables and lime slices

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

A vibrant and flavorful dish marrying steak with lime and cilantro, served in a complete bowl with veggies and grains.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak Marinade
  • 1 pound flank steak
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • ½ cup red onion, diced
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Extra cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Marinate the Steak
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the flank steak and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2–4 hours.
Prepare Rice and Beans
  1. Cook rice according to package directions. Heat black beans in a small saucepan for about 5 minutes. If using fresh corn, cook it briefly; otherwise, heat frozen corn as needed.
Grill the Steak
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for 4–5 minutes per side. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide rice into bowls and top with black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and red onion. Add sliced steak on top and sprinkle with feta, if desired. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Enjoy!

Notes

Quick pro tip: Don’t skip letting the steak rest before slicing; it keeps that juicy goodness intact. You can swap proteins like chicken or shrimp, and feel free to add more spices for extra flavor.