Ultimate Chipotle Steak Bowls with Rice
A high-protein, clean-eating dish featuring marinated steak, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables for a nutritious, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Marinated Steak
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin steak Choose high-quality meat for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For marinating.
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Rice
- 1 cup jasmine or long-grain rice Can substitute with brown rice or quinoa.
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Sautéed Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 small red onion sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Toppings
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Fresh to taste lime wedges For serving.
Instructions
Marinate the Steak
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the steak with the marinade and let it sit for at least 20 minutes.
Cook the Rice
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice with water or broth and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes. Once cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Sauté the Vegetables
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced red and green bell peppers, along with the sliced red onion. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp. Season lightly with salt.
Cook the Steak
- Heat a grill pan or skillet on medium-high heat. Cook the marinated steak for 4–5 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until your desired doneness. Once cooked, let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the cooked rice into bowls. Top each bowl with sliced steak, sautéed vegetables, avocado slices, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice on top for added flavor.
Notes
Store ingredients separately in airtight containers; keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving. Customize with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or hot sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4g