Description
Steak And Rice Bowls are a vibrant, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings. Featuring tender marinated steak, fluffy rice, and a colorful array of fresh toppings, this dish is highly customizable to cater to everyone’s tastes. The combination of chipotle peppers and fresh lime juice creates a flavor explosion that’s both satisfying and wholesome. Easy to prepare in under 45 minutes, these bowls offer a delightful blend of nutrition and taste, making them an ideal choice for meal prep or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½–2 lbs sirloin steak
- ½ cup uncooked rice
- 2 small avocados
- ¼ cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 bell peppers
- ½ onion
- Fresh cilantro
- Jalapeños
- Sour cream (optional)
- Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the steak by combining olive oil, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano in a mixing bowl. Add the steak and coat thoroughly; marinate for 10–20 minutes.
- Slice vegetables while the steak marinates. Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated steak for 6–10 minutes until desired doneness. Let rest before slicing.
- Sauté sliced bell peppers and onions in the same skillet until charred.
- Mash avocados with salt, cilantro, and diced jalapeños for guacamole.
- Assemble bowls starting with rice, then add sautéed veggies, sliced steak, guacamole, and any additional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg