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A Flavorful Recipe

A Flavorful Recipe
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Enjoy a mouthwatering Cilantro Lime Steak Bowl featuring perfectly grilled flank steak marinated in zesty flavors, served over a bed of rice with black beans, corn, fresh vegetables, and optional feta cheese. This vibrant and satisfying dish is ideal for a quick and flavorful dinner option.

Ingredients

Marinade:

  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Extra cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  2. Marinate the Steak: Place the flank steak in a resealable bag or dish, pour the marinade over it, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cook Rice and Prepare Additional Ingredients: Cook rice, heat black beans, and prepare corn as desired.
  4. Grill the Steak: Grill the marinated steak for 4-5 minutes per side until it reaches desired doneness.
  5. Assemble the Bowl: Layer rice, black beans, corn, steak slices, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and feta cheese in serving bowls.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For added spice, consider jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • This recipe is customizable; adjust toppings to suit your taste.
  • Leftover steak can be refrigerated for up to 3 days for use in salads or wraps.

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