Description
A vibrant weeknight meal featuring smoky chipotle-marinated steak served over fluffy rice with fresh toppings. Customize your bowl with crisp veggies and creamy avocado for a satisfying, protein-packed experience.
Ingredients
1 lb flank steak
1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 tbsp lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
Mixed greens (lettuce, spinach)
1 avocado, sliced
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup diced red onion
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Optional toppings: vegan cheese, pico de gallo, sesame seeds
Instructions
Combine chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Marinate steak for 20 minutes.
Grill steak over high heat (4-5 minutes per side) until medium-rare. Let rest 5 minutes.
Cook rice according to package instructions.
Thinly slice steak and assemble bowls with rice, steak, toppings, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
Use halal-certified beef if desired.
Cook steak to minimum internal temperature of 145°F (74°C).
Toppings can be customized (e.g., black beans, corn, plantain).
Store leftovers refrigerated in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop/Grill
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg