why make this recipe
This bowl gives bright, fresh Mediterranean flavors in one meal. It is quick, healthy, and fills you up. You can change grains, skip cheese, or use cauliflower rice for low carb. It works for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
introduction
This Mediterranean Steak Bowl mixes seared steak with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, olives, and creamy tzatziki. The bowl has bright lemon, garlic, and herbs. It is easy to make and tastes fresh. For another simple steak bowl idea, try this cilantro lime steak bowl recipe for a different flavor profile.
how to make Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe
- Make the steak marinade and coat the steak. Let it sit 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Make the tzatziki and chill it in the fridge.
- Whisk the vinaigrette and set it aside.
- Sear the steak in a hot skillet about 4–5 minutes per side for medium. Let it rest, then slice thin.
- Build bowls: start with grains, add sliced steak, then add tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, chickpeas, and feta. Spoon tzatziki and drizzle vinaigrette.
Ingredients :
- 1 lb sirloin steak (about 1-inch thick)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup roasted chickpeas (optional for paleo or keto)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup kalamata olives (pitted)
- ⅓ cup feta cheese (crumbled; optional for dairy-free)
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley or dill, chopped)
Tzatziki:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain; coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- ½ cucumber (grated, squeezed dry)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- salt & pepper (to taste)
Vinaigrette:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- salt & pepper (to taste)
Directions
- Mix the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Coat the steak in the mix. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- For tzatziki, mix yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill in the fridge.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- Heat a skillet over high heat. Sear the steak 4–5 minutes per side for medium, or cook to your taste. Let the steak rest 5–10 minutes. Slice thin across the grain.
- Divide cooked grains into bowls. Top with sliced steak. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, olives, feta, and chopped herbs. Spoon tzatziki over the bowl and drizzle with the vinaigrette.
how to serve Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe
Serve warm bowls with extra lemon wedges. Offer more tzatziki and vinaigrette on the side. This meal pairs well with pita bread or a simple green salad.
how to store Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe
Refrigerate components separately in airtight containers up to 3–4 days. Keep the steak sliced and the tzatziki chilled. Combine and reheat grains and steak gently in a pan or microwave. Add fresh toppings just before serving.
tips to make Mediterranean Steak Bowl Recipe
- Pat steak dry before marinating to get a better sear.
- Let the steak rest so juices stay inside.
- Squeeze and drain the grated cucumber well for tzatziki to avoid thin sauce.
- Use warm grains for best texture.
- Taste and adjust salt, lemon, and herbs at the end.
variation (if any)
- Make it low carb: use cauliflower rice and skip chickpeas.
- Make it dairy-free: use coconut yogurt for tzatziki and omit feta.
- Make it spicy: add red pepper flakes to the vinaigrette.
- Swap steak for grilled chicken or shrimp.
FAQs
Q: Can I use a different cut of steak?
A: Yes. Flank, skirt, or ribeye work well. Adjust cook time for thickness.
Q: How long can I marinate the steak?
A: 30 minutes to 4 hours is best. Too long with lemon can change texture.
Q: Can I make this ahead for meal prep?
A: Yes. Store steak, grains, and tzatziki separately. Assemble when ready.
Q: Is there a vegetarian version?
A: Use roasted chickpeas or grilled halloumi instead of steak.
Conclusion
This Mediterranean Steak Bowl is fresh, simple, and flexible. For more ideas and a related full recipe, see the original Mediterranean Steak Bowl recipe.
Mediterranean Steak Bowl
Ingredients
For the Steak and Salad
- 1 lb sirloin steak (about 1-inch thick)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked grains (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup roasted chickpeas (optional for paleo or keto)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber diced
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup kalamata olives (pitted)
- ⅓ cup feta cheese (crumbled; optional for dairy-free)
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley or dill, chopped)
For the Tzatziki
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain; coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- ½ cucumber (grated, squeezed dry)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- salt & pepper (to taste)
For the Vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp honey (omit for Whole30)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Coat the steak in the mix. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- For tzatziki, mix yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill in the fridge.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over high heat. Sear the steak 4–5 minutes per side for medium, or cook to your taste. Let the steak rest 5–10 minutes. Slice thin across the grain.
Assembly
- Divide cooked grains into bowls. Top with sliced steak. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, olives, feta, and chopped herbs. Spoon tzatziki over the bowl and drizzle with the vinaigrette.