Description
High Protein Steak Fajita Bowl is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the excitement of a fiesta to your dinner table. Juicy marinated flank steak pairs perfectly with sautéed bell peppers and onions, creating a colorful and satisfying meal. This bowl is not only visually appealing but also easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. Enjoy it fresh or as a delicious leftover—your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 2 cups bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: Combine flank steak with garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, and lime juice in a bowl. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Sauté the veggies: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers and onions; cook until softened and caramelized (about 5-7 minutes).
- Cook the steak: Push veggies to one side of the skillet; add marinated steak strips to the other side. Cook until browned (5-6 minutes).
- Prepare the base: Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls: Layer rice or quinoa in bowls, top with sautéed veggies and steak, squeeze extra lime juice on top, and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg