Description
This High Protein Steak Fajita Bowl is a flavorful, nutritious meal combining tender flank steak seasoned with bold spices, sautéed colorful bell peppers and onions, and wholesome sides like brown rice or cauliflower rice and black beans. It’s perfect for a satisfying, gluten-free lunch or dinner that packs a protein punch while keeping carbs moderate. Topped with creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, it offers a fresh and vibrant taste inspired by Mexican-American cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Seasoning
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Sides
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
Toppings and Garnish
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a spice rub for the steak.
- Season the Steak: Rub the spice mix evenly onto both sides of the flank steak, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until it reaches your desired doneness. Remove steak from the pan and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Slice the Steak: Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain to maintain tenderness and enhance texture.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add sliced red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the red onion. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and have slight char marks.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked brown or cauliflower rice between two bowls. Layer with sliced steak, sautéed bell peppers and onions, black beans, and avocado slices.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top and squeeze fresh lime juice over the entire bowl. Serve warm for a delicious, balanced meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the steak in lime juice and minced garlic for 30 minutes before applying the spice rub and cooking.
- Swap brown rice for cauliflower rice to reduce carbohydrate content and make it lower carb.
- Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or drizzle salsa over the bowl to introduce creaminess or heat based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
