Healthy Steak Bowl Recipe
Satisfy your cravings with this vibrant Healthy Steak Bowl, featuring tender steak, nutritious quinoa, and fresh vegetables. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome meal packed with flavor and essential nutrients. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this bowl offers a balanced experience that will delight your taste buds and nourish your body.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean steak (sirloin or flank)
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup carrots (julienned)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water/broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Season steak with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steak for about 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest before slicing.
- Chop fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk soy sauce and rice vinegar until combined.
- Assemble bowls: start with quinoa, top with sliced steak and fresh vegetables, add avocado slices, and drizzle sauce over everything.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg