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Cilantro lime steak bowls with sliced grilled flank steak, rice, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and avocado

Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls

Zesty cilantro lime marinated flank steak served over rice with black beans, corn, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado for a complete and flavorful dinner bowl.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 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
  • 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

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Grill or grill pan
  • Small saucepan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Sharp knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl until the marinade is well blended. Add the flank steak, turn to coat all sides, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes minimum or up to 4 hours.
  2. While the steak marinates, cook your rice according to package directions and set aside. Heat the black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes with a pinch of cumin. If using fresh corn, boil or saute for 3-4 minutes until tender. For frozen corn, microwave or heat in a pan until warmed through. If using canned corn, simply drain and rinse. Chop all the fresh vegetables.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and discard the used marinade. Place steak on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (130°F internal temperature), or longer for your preferred doneness.
  4. Remove the steak from heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes on a cutting board. This crucial step keeps all those flavorful juices inside the meat.
  5. Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness. Divide rice among four bowls, then add portions of black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and red onion. Top with sliced steak, crumbled feta if using, fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Marinate steak for at least 30 minutes, but 2-4 hours is ideal for deeper flavor. Always slice flank steak against the grain for tenderness. Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days. Perfect for meal prep.