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Delicious Mediterranean Steak Bowls

Delicious Mediterranean Steak Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports your taste buds to sunny shores. This easy-to-make meal features juicy grilled steak served on fluffy couscous, topped with fresh veggies and drizzled with a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. Perfect for gatherings or meal prep, these bowls embody a delightful explosion of flavors and colors in every bite.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb flank steak
  • 1 cup pearl couscous
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 tbsp tahini paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for cooking)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Couscous: Boil water in a medium pot. Add couscous with a pinch of salt; cover and simmer for about 10 minutes until fluffy.
  2. Season and Cook the Steak: Rub steak with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for approximately 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  3. Create the Dressing: Whisk together tahini paste, lemon juice, water, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add red onion until translucent (about 3 minutes), then add cherry tomatoes until slightly softened.
  5. Assemble Your Bowls: Layer couscous in serving bowls topped with sliced steak and sautéed vegetables. Drizzle tahini dressing over the top and garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Author: Stefanie Weber
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Feel free to swap flank steak for chicken or tofu for a vegetarian version. Consider adding bell peppers or zucchini for extra crunch, or sprinkle feta cheese for creaminess.