Ingredients
- Flank steak (1 pound)
- Olive oil (3 tablespoons, divided)
- Dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
- Lemon (1 whole, juiced)
- Cooked quinoa (1 cup)
- Cherry tomatoes, halved (1 cup)
- Cucumber, diced (1/2 large)
- Crumbled feta cheese (1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the marinade by whisking together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice of one lemon, and dried oregano in a shallow dish. Add the flank steak, ensuring it is fully coated, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Step 2: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and sear for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until it reaches your desired doneness (130-135°F for medium-rare).
- Step 3: Remove the cooked steak from the heat and place it on a cutting board, covering loosely with foil. Allow the steak to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Step 4: Assemble the bowls by dividing the cooked quinoa evenly between two bowls to create the base. Arrange the cherry tomatoes and diced cucumber alongside the quinoa.
- Step 5: Top the bowls with the sliced steak, then sprinkle generously with the crumbled feta cheese. Serve immediately, optionally drizzled with a touch of extra olive oil or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Notes
- For best leftovers, store the sliced steak and quinoa mixture separately from the fresh vegetables and feta, combining them just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- To gently reheat the sliced steak without drying it out, briefly warm the slices in a skillet over low heat just until warmed through, rather than using a microwave.
- Enhance the Mediterranean flair by adding a quick dollop of homemade or store-bought tzatziki sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for extra crunch.
- The key to truly tender flank steak is slicing thinly *against the grain* after it has rested for 5-10 minutes; this shortens the muscle fibers, making every bite easy to chew.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American