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Southwest Steak Bowls

These Southwest Steak Bowls are a flavorful celebration of zesty steak, grilled vegetables, and creamy avocado. Perfect for quick dinners or casual gatherings!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound top sirloin steak
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for grilling)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper, halved and cored
  • 2 ears of corn, husked and silk removed
  • 1 sweet onion, halved
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (for vegetables)
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste (for vegetables)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime (for sauce)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (for sauce)
  • 1 jalapeño, deseeded and chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste (for sauce)
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 avocado, peeled and sliced
  • Crumbled Cotija cheese for topping

Instructions

  • Combine marinade ingredients and mix well in a bowl.
  • Place steak in a freezer bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and massage gently.
  • Marinate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
  • For the cilantro sauce, blend Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, jalapeño, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Prep vegetables by rubbing with olive oil and seasoning.
  • Preheat grill to 450°F. Grill vegetables for 10-15 minutes and steak for 6-7 minutes per side.
  • Let steak rest for 5-10 minutes and slice against the grain.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, steak, grilled veggies, Cotija cheese, avocado, and drizzle with cilantro sauce.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances the flavor.
Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 8
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 80