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Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

Delicious Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls featuring marinated flank steak, rice, avocados, and a tangy lime crema.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinate Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • shallow dish or zip top bag

Ingredients
  

Steak and Marinade

  • 2 lbs flank steak
  • ½ cup avocado or olive oil
  • 1 unit lime zest of 1 lime
  • 2 units lime juice of 2 limes
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic minced or finely chopped
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Bowls Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked rice or riced cauliflower
  • 2 units avocados sliced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans heated
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn heated
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ unit red onion diced

Lime Crema

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons Tajin seasoning
  • 1 unit lime juice of 1 lime

Instructions
 

Marinade the Steak

  • Place flank steak in a shallow dish or zip top bag. In a small bowl, add oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine then pour over steak. Make sure both sides of steak are coated. Cover (or seal) and place in refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes to 3 hours.

Grill the Steak

  • Heat grill to medium-high then place steak on. Grill for 10 minutes then flip. Grill for 10 minutes more or until steak reaches desired internal temperature. Place steak on a plate or cutting board then allow to rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice into thin strips against the grain or into cubes.

Assemble Bowls

  • To individual bowls, add rice, steak, avocado, black beans, corn, cheese, and onion. Drizzle with lime crema.

Notes

To add even more flavor use cilantro lime rice. More topping ideas: black olives, bell pepper, grilled onions, jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
Keyword cilantro lime, Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls, grilled steak, healthy bowls, Mexican cuisine, steak bowls
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