Steak Fajita Power Bowls (Printable)
Marinated steak with sautéed peppers, black beans and brown rice, topped with avocado, cheese, cilantro and lime.
# What You'll Need:
→ Steak & Marinade
01 - 1.1 pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons lime juice
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if required)
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Vegetables
11 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
13 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Base & Toppings
16 - 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
17 - 1 1/4 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained
18 - 1 avocado, sliced
19 - 2/3 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
20 - 2.1 ounces shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
21 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
22 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
23 - 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional)
24 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# How To Cook:
01 - Combine olive oil, lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Add sliced steak and toss to coat. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes or refrigerate up to 2 hours.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté red, yellow, and green bell peppers with red onion for 5 to 7 minutes until tender yet crisp. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
03 - In the same skillet, sear marinated steak slices for 2 to 3 minutes per side until cooked to preferred doneness. Remove from heat and let the meat rest briefly.
04 - Warm black beans and cooked brown rice or quinoa in microwave or on stovetop as needed.
05 - Divide rice or quinoa and black beans evenly among four serving bowls. Top each with sautéed peppers, onions, steak slices, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cheese.
06 - Finish bowls with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or sour cream, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and add lime wedges. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Bowls pack in flavor and nutrition without making you feel weighed down afterwards.
- It&aposs easy to customize, so everyone gets their perfect bite—kids love building their own.
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- If you crowd the pan with steak, it steams instead of sears—the difference matters for flavor and texture.
- I once forgot the marinade and regretted it every bite; don&apost skip this step, even if short on time.
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- Resting steak right after cooking keeps it juicy when you finally slice it.
- If you have pickled onions or jalapeños around, toss some on top—instant brightness and kick.