Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Grilled flank steak with lime, cilantro, rice, beans, corn, and avocado for a colorful, flavorful meal.
# Ingredients List:
→ Protein
01 -
1 pound flank steak
→ Marinade
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0.25 cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
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0.25 cup olive oil
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0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
→ Sides
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1 cup cooked white or brown rice
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1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
→ Vegetables
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 avocado, sliced
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0.5 cup red onion, diced
→ Toppings
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0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
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Extra fresh cilantro for garnish
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Lime wedges for serving
# How to Make It:
01 -
In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add flank steak and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 to 4 hours.
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Cook rice according to package instructions. Warm black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes; season with salt or cumin if desired.
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If using fresh corn, boil or sauté briefly. Heat frozen corn as needed until warmed through.
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Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off; discard marinade. Grill steak 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temperature 130°F). Let rest 5 to 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
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Divide cooked rice among bowls. Top with black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and diced red onion. Arrange sliced steak on top and add feta cheese if using. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges, then serve immediately.
# Extra Information:
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Allow steak to rest after grilling to maintain juiciness. Customize bowls with additional vegetables or spicy toppings like jalapeños or hot sauce. For enhanced flavor, marinate steak overnight. If a grill is unavailable, cook steak in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.