Cozy Grilled Steak Bowl with Zucchini: A Flavorful Meal
This hearty grilled steak bowl features tender flank steak and fresh zucchini, served over fluffy quinoa and topped with vibrant vegetables and creamy avocado. It's a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 medium zucchinis cut into half-moon slices
- 1 cup quinoa cooked and fluffy
- 1 medium red bell pepper chopped into small pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
- for garnish fresh cilantro leaves
- for serving lime wedges
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add flank steak and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Place sliced zucchini in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and set aside.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove steak from marinade and grill for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Grill zucchini slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until tender and marked.
- In a serving bowl, layer cooked quinoa, sliced grilled steak, grilled zucchini, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the steak for up to 2 hours.