Chicken Buttered Noodles – Simple, Cozy Dinner for Picky Eaters
Cilantro Lime Steak Bowls are fresh, zesty rice bowls topped with juicy marinated steak, vibrant veggies, and a creamy cilantro lime sauce — perfect for a nourishing, flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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For the Steak Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs flank or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper
For the Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or grilled)
- 1 cup black beans
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Optional: pickled red onions, jalapeños, shredded lettuce
Cilantro Lime Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- Water to thin
Instructions
- Marinate steak in olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper for at least 20 minutes.
- Cook steak over high heat for 3–4 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Prepare cilantro lime rice and toppings.
- Blend sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with rice, steak, and toppings. Drizzle with sauce.
Notes
Use brown rice or cauliflower rice as alternatives. Make vegetarian by swapping steak for grilled veggies or tofu.