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Easy Steak Quinoa Bowl with Lemon Tahini Dressing

This Easy Steak Quinoa Bowl is a protein-packed, 30-minute dinner that feels like a restaurant luxury but with all the heart of a home-cooked meal. Featuring tender seared steak and fluffy quinoa, it's a family favorite that makes healthy weeknight eating feel effortless!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean Fusion
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Flank or sirloin steak Pat completely dry before searing.
  • 1 cup Quinoa White or tri-color works beautifully.
  • 2 cups Water or beef broth Broth adds so much extra love and flavor.
  • 2 cups Baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 Cucumber Diced for a refreshing crunch.
  • ¼ cup Red onion Thinly sliced.
  • ¼ cup Feta cheese Crumbled.
  • 3 tablespoon Tahini
  • 1 Lemon Juiced.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • To taste Salt and black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Cast iron skillet Gives the steak that gorgeous caramelized crust.
  • 1 Fine mesh strainer Essential for rinsing quinoa to remove bitterness.
  • 1 Meat thermometer My secret for perfect medium-rare every single time!
  • 1 Medium saucepan For cooking the fluffy quinoa base.

Method
 

  1. Start by giving your quinoa a good rinse in a fine mesh strainer—this is a tip I learned early on to make sure it tastes nutty, not bitter! Add it to your saucepan with water or beef broth, bring it to a boil, then turn it down low and cover. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes until those cute little 'tails' pop out.
  2. While the quinoa does its thing, pat your flank or sirloin steak dry with a paper towel. Trust me, a dry steak is the only way to get that deep brown sear we love! Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  3. Get your cast iron skillet smoking hot with a drizzle of olive oil. Lay the steak in—you want to hear that loud sizzle! Let it cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to build a crust that would make my grandmother proud.
  4. Flip the steak and cook for another 2-4 minutes. I always use my meat thermometer to hit 145°F for a perfect medium. Now, this is the hard part: let it rest on a board for 10 minutes. It keeps all those delicious juices inside where they belong!
  5. While the steak rests, whisk together your tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. If it feels a bit shy and thick, just add a teaspoon of water at a time until it's perfectly 'drizzle-able'.
  6. Slice your rested steak thinly against the grain. You’ll see the lines of the muscle; just cut across them to ensure every single bite is tender enough to melt in your mouth.
  7. Fluff the quinoa and divide it into bowls. Top with baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Add your steak slices, a sprinkle of feta cheese, and that creamy dressing. Dinner is served!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 32gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 680mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 5mg

Notes

  • "Pro Tip: If you're like me and love a little extra creaminess, add half an avocado to the top of the bowl right before serving."
  • "Meal Prep: Keep the components in separate containers in the fridge. It stays fresh for up to 4 days, making 'future you' very happy during a busy lunch hour!"
  • "Swaps: Not a fan of feta? This is equally delicious with a dollop of hummus or even some goat cheese."
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