Description
This High Protein Steak Fajita Bowl is a delicious and nutritious meal packed with flavors of tender steak, sautéed peppers, and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a satisfying dinner or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak:
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
- 2 bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 red onion (sliced)
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice
- 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: Mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate steak for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Steak: Sear steak in a skillet until desired doneness. Rest and slice against the grain.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté peppers and onions with marinade until tender-crisp.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide rice into bowls. Top with steak, sautéed veggies, black beans, avocado, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Swap steak for chicken or tofu for variation.
- Try cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Enhance with Greek yogurt or salsa for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
