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Grilling marinated flank steak for Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls burst with zesty lime, juicy grilled steak, fresh veggies, and creamy avocado for a colorful, delicious dinner perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
marinating time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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
  • 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

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Resealable bag or shallow dish
  • Small saucepan
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add flank steak and coat well. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-4 hours for maximum flavor.
  2. Cook rice according to package directions. Heat black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt or cumin if desired. Cook corn if using fresh (boil or sauté briefly). Heat frozen corn as needed.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off. Discard marinade. Grill steak 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare or until desired doneness (internal temperature 130°F for medium-rare). Let rest 5-10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  4. Divide rice into bowls (½ to 1 cup per serving). Add black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and red onion. Top with sliced steak and feta cheese, if using. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges. Enjoy!

Notes

Resting the steak after cooking keeps it juicy and tender. Customize your bowls with other veggies or spicy toppings like jalapeños or hot sauce. Marinate the steak overnight for deeper flavor if you have extra time. No grill? Cook the steak in a cast-iron skillet instead. The marinade acts as the dressing for the bowls.