Grilled Beef Bowls
A delightful and colorful meal featuring tender grilled beef, fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and zesty lime, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Rice Base
- 2 cups pre-cooked brown or white basmati rice Aromatic and fluffy, serving as the hearty base.
- 2 teaspoons lime juice Adding a tangy brightness.
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro Fragrant and fresh.
- Salt to taste Sprinkle to enhance flavors.
Beef Preparation
- 1 pound skirt, flank, or bavette steak The star protein of your meal.
- Salt and pepper to taste To elevate the natural flavor.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Infusing warm, smoky depth.
- 1 teaspoon cumin Providing a subtle, earthy undertone.
- Olive oil For richness and helping spices cling.
Toppings
- 1 cup sweet corn, canned or fresh A burst of sweetness.
- 1 cup black beans, canned, drained, and rinsed Adding protein and fiber.
- 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded Crisp and refreshing.
- 12 pieces cherry tomatoes, quartered Juicy and sweet.
- 1 piece avocado, diced Providing a creamy contrast.
- ⅓ cup cotija or feta cheese, crumbled Salty and tangy.
- 4 tablespoons sour cream (optional) For richness.
- 4 tablespoons salsa (optional) Adding vibrant flavors.
- Tortilla chips (optional) For added crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Warm the pre-cooked basmati rice in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Keep warm.
- Rub the steak with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin. Sear the steak for about 3 minutes on each side in a hot frying pan.
- Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
- In the same skillet, warm the corn and black beans until heated through.
- Shred the romaine lettuce and quarter the cherry tomatoes.
Assembly
- In each serving bowl, layer warm basmati rice with shredded lettuce, slices of steak, warm corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
- Top with crumbled cheese and optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, and tortilla chips.
Notes
You can customize the bowls with different proteins or increase the veggies for a healthier twist. Assemble only when ready to serve to prevent sogginess.