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Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls: A Flavorful Recipe for a Quick Dinner

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls: A Flavorful Recipe for a Quick Dinner
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Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls are a delicious and vibrant dish that combines grilled marinated flank steak with a colorful assortment of fresh ingredients. This quick dinner option is not only easy to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to swap in your favorite veggies or toppings. Served over a bed of rice and complemented with black beans, corn, and optional feta cheese, these bowls offer a delightful explosion of flavors that will impress both family and friends. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe brings together nutrition and taste in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 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
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Extra cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Place flank steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour marinade over it, seal, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  3. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  4. Heat black beans in a small saucepan until warm.
  5. Grill marinated steak on medium-high heat for about 4–5 minutes per side until medium-rare. Let rest before slicing.
  6. Assemble bowls by layering rice, black beans, corn, sliced steak, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and feta cheese.

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