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Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls featuring a vibrant and delicious bowl of grilled steak, rice, beans, and fresh cilantro lime dressing.

Best Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

Tender and flavorful grilled steak marinated in a zesty cilantro-lime mixture, served over rice with an array of fresh toppings. This quick, healthy, and satisfying recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner and easily customizable to your liking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Flank steak or skirt steak
  • 1/2 cup Fresh lime juice about 4-5 limes
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Jalapeño, seeded and minced optional
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 cups Cooked rice long-grain white rice or brown rice
  • 1/4 cup Chopped fresh cilantro for rice
  • Juice of 1 lime for rice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for rice
  • 1 cup Black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1/2 cup Diced red onion
  • 1 Avocado, diced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups Shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Salsa
  • 2 Lime wedges

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowls
  • Resealable bag or shallow dish
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño (optional), cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring it's fully coated.
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, and up to 4 hours.
  4. Prepare the Rice: Cook the rice according to package directions.
  5. For Cilantro Lime Rice, combine cooked rice with chopped cilantro, lime juice, and olive oil. Mix well.
  6. Grill the Steak: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  7. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  8. Grill the steak for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired level of doneness.
  9. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 130-135°F for medium-rare.
  10. Rest the Steak: Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  11. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the rice between bowls.
  12. Top with sliced steak, black beans, corn, red onion, avocado, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, salsa, and a lime wedge.
  13. Serve and Enjoy!

Notes

Do not marinate the steak for longer than 4 hours, or it will become mushy. Resting the steak after grilling is crucial for tenderness. Get creative with your toppings and adjust to your taste preferences. The internal temperature of the steak for medium is 140°F, medium-well is 150°F, and well-done is 160°F.