Ingredients
Method
Marinate the Steak
- In a bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- Coat the sirloin in the marinade and refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
Prepare Tzatziki
- Combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, the grated and well-squeezed ½ cucumber, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon fresh dill, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill until serving.
Make Vinaigrette
- In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey if using, 1 minced garlic clove, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, and salt and pepper.
- Taste and adjust acidity as needed.
Cook the Steak
- Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high.
- Pat the marinated steak dry with paper towels, then add a splash of oil and sear the steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium, depending on thickness.
- Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy: 130 to 135°F for medium-rare, 140 to 145°F for medium.
Rest and Slice Steak
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board and rest for 5 to 10 minutes to let juices redistribute.
- Slice the steak thinly against the grain for the most tender bites.
Assemble Bowls
- Divide cooked grains into bowls, then top with sliced steak, roasted chickpeas (if using), cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, crumbled feta, and chopped fresh herbs.
- Add a generous dollop of tzatziki and drizzle the vinaigrette over the bowls.
- Taste and finish with extra salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon if needed.
Nutrition
Notes
Feta and roasted chickpeas are optional. Use a good-quality extra virgin olive oil in the vinaigrette for the best flavor. For dairy-free tzatziki, swap Greek yogurt for unsweetened coconut yogurt and omit feta.
