Mediterranean Steak Grain Bowl (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ For the steak grain bowls

01 - Olive oil, for brushing
02 - 1 lb flank or skirt steak
03 - 1 cup hummus
04 - 2 cups cooked quinoa (from 2/3 cup dry quinoa)
05 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 green bell pepper, diced (about 3/4 – 1 cup)
07 - 1/2 small red onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
08 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta
09 - 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved

→ For the herb yogurt dressing

10 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
13 - 1 small garlic clove, grated or minced
14 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1/2 tablespoon fresh)
15 - 1/2 tablespoon fresh mint (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon pepper
18 - 1/4 cup olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat steak dry with paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
02 - Heat grill or cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush grill pan with olive oil, or if using a grill, brush steak with olive oil. Grill steak, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 130-135°F for medium-rare (4-5 minutes per side) or 135-145°F for medium (6-7 minutes per side).
03 - Transfer steak to cutting board and let rest for at least 10 minutes. Then thinly slice against the grain.
04 - Spread hummus over half of each bowl and fill the other half with quinoa. Place sliced steak over the quinoa and top with tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, feta, and olives.
05 - Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, mint, salt and pepper until combined. While whisking, slowly drizzle in olive oil until dressing is smooth and creamy.
06 - Drizzle herb yogurt dressing over the assembled bowls and garnish with additional mint as desired.

# Handy Tips:

01 - For food safety, the USDA recommends cooking meat until the internal temperature reaches 145°F, which will yield well-done steak.
02 - For a time-saver, substitute store-bought Tzatziki or Greek dressing for the homemade herb yogurt dressing.
03 - Components can be prepped ahead over the weekend for quick assembly during weekday meals.

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