Delicious Mediterranean Steak Bowls: A Quick and Healthy Recipe (Printable Format)

Vibrant and nutritious bowls featuring tender steak, crisp fresh vegetables, and a tangy yogurt sauce - a colorful, protein-packed meal with authentic Mediterranean flavors.

# What You'll Gather:

→ For the Steak

01 - 1 lb steak (such as flank or sirloin)
02 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ For the Vegetables

03 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cucumber, diced
05 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
07 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ For the Yogurt Sauce

08 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1/4 tsp paprika
13 - 1/4 tsp cumin
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ For Garnish

15 - Almonds or nuts of choice (optional)
16 - Extra fresh parsley

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Season your steak with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until you reach your desired level of doneness. Once done, let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
02 - While the steak is resting, prepare the vegetables. In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and yellow bell pepper. Toss them lightly with a pinch of salt and some fresh parsley.
03 - In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until well blended.
04 - In serving bowls, layer the vegetable mixture and sliced steak. Add a generous dollop of the yogurt sauce on top.
05 - Top with more fresh parsley and chopped almonds or nuts if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Important Tips:

01 - You can swap steak for grilled chicken or shrimp if preferred.
02 - Try adding feta cheese for an extra Mediterranean touch.
03 - For a more filling meal, add a base of quinoa or couscous to the bowls.
04 - This dish is great for meal prep - the components can be prepared ahead and assembled when ready to eat.