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Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

Juicy lime-marinated steak served with cilantro-lime rice, colorful veggies, and avocado in these fresh and flavorful Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls. Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs flank steak or skirt steak
  • 3 limes juice + zest, divided
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cups cooked rice white, brown, or quinoa
  • 1 cup corn kernels grilled or roasted
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo optional
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet or grill pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Chef knife
  • Cutting board
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix lime juice, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Marinate steak at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  2. Heat skillet or grill pan. Cook steak 4–5 minutes per side to desired doneness. Rest and slice thinly.
  3. Toss cooked rice with lime juice, zest, and cilantro.
  4. Sauté bell pepper slices until slightly charred. Warm corn if needed.
  5. Assemble bowls with rice, steak, corn, peppers, avocado, and salsa.
  6. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

Notes

For meal prep, store steak, rice, and toppings separately to keep fresh. Reheat steak quickly to avoid dryness.