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Delicious cilantro lime steak bowls garnished with fresh veggies and lime wedges.

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring marinated steak, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings, perfect for a weeknight dinner or gathering with friends.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs flank or skirt steak Use flank or skirt steak for best results.
  • 1/3 cup fresh lime juice Divided use.
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped For the marinade and garnish.
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Bowl Components
  • 3 cups cooked white rice Flavor with lime juice, cilantro, and salt.
  • 15 oz can black beans, rinsed Warm in a pot.
  • 1 cup corn Char in a skillet.
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 red onion sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup pico de gallo
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp lime juice For the dressing.
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped For the dressing.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced For the dressing.

Method
 

Marinate the Steak
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, and spices.
  2. Pour the marinade over the steak in a resealable bag and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours in the fridge.
Prepare the Rice and Beans
  1. While the steak marinates, flavor the cooked rice with lime juice, cilantro, and salt.
  2. Warm the black beans in a pot.
  3. Char the corn in a hot skillet until slightly browned.
Cook the Steak
  1. Remove the steak from the marinade and sear it in a hot pan for 3-4 minutes on each side until it reaches 130-135°F for medium rare.
  2. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Slice the steak against the grain into thin pieces.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. In bowls, layer the rice, black beans, charred corn, and sliced steak.
  2. Garnish each bowl with avocado, veggies, cheese, pico de gallo, and the sour cream dressing.

Notes

Serve the bowls warm, allowing everyone to customize their own. Store leftovers in separate airtight containers to maintain freshness.