Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- For the sauce:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Feel free to substitute quinoa with brown rice if you prefer. And if you’re like me, always tinkering with flavors, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the steak seasoning for an extra layer of warmth.
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. While the grill is heating, take the flank steak out of the fridge and let it come to room temperature.
- Rub the steak with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. I remember my grandmother always saying, “A well-seasoned steak needs nothing more than salt and pepper.”
- Place the steak on the grill, cooking for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Adjust the time if you prefer your steak more or less done. Trust your instincts; they’re sharper than you think.
- Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for at least 5 minutes. This ensures all those delicious juices stay locked in.
- While the steak rests, prepare the sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, parsley, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips. This little trick makes even a tougher cut like flank steak melt in your mouth.
- Assemble the bowls by placing quinoa or rice at the bottom, followed by slices of steak, cherry tomatoes, and avocado. Drizzle generously with the sauce and garnish with cilantro and a lime wedge.
And there you have it—a meal that’s as comforting as it is quick, perfect for those nights when you want something special without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
