Description
Skirt Steak Rice Bowls with Chimichurri are a flavorful and protein-packed meal featuring tender marinated steak, vibrant chimichurri sauce, and fresh toppings over rice. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb skirt steak
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: Cotija cheese, pickled onions, radishes
Instructions
- Marinate the Skirt Steak
- In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Coat the skirt steak with this marinade and let it sit for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce
- Finely chop parsley, cilantro, and oregano, then mix them with minced garlic, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Let the flavors meld while preparing the other components.
- Cook the Steak
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat. Cook the marinated skirt steak for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting the time for your preferred doneness. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Assemble the Rice Bowls
- In individual bowls, add a base of cooked rice. Top with sliced steak, avocado slices, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Drizzle with Chimichurri
- Spoon the fresh chimichurri sauce over the steak and toppings. Add optional garnishes like Cotija cheese, pickled onions, or radishes for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Grain Alternatives: Swap white rice for quinoa, cauliflower rice, or farro.
- Protein Options: Use grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu instead of skirt steak.
- Heat Level: Add extra red pepper flakes or a chopped jalapeño for a spicy kick.
- Dairy-Free: Skip the Cotija cheese and add more avocado for creaminess.
- Low-Carb: Serve the steak and chimichurri over a bed of greens instead of rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course,dinner
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Latin American, Argentinian
Keywords: skirt steak rice bowl, chimichurri steak, healthy meal prep, Latin American cuisine, quick steak dinner