Make this fantastic Steak Bowl recipe for a hearty and filling meal any time! The tender steak pairs with peppery arugula and rich, creamy cheese for a satisfying result.
With the sweet burst of grape tomatoes and filling potatoes, corn, and black beans, this is guaranteed to be a new favorite. It’s perfect for a healthy steak meal and works well as a flavorful lunch.
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💚 About This Recipe
Packed with flavor and nutrition, this healthy steak meal is the perfect way to use leftover steak! Great as a light dinner, this also works for a steak lunch idea.
With lots of healthy toppings, this is a customizable recipe that's perfect to throw together in half an hour. A steak bowl is guaranteed to be a satisfying and filling meal, perfect for fans of tender and juicy steak!
And if you love all-in-one meals, you should try Fajita Bowls, or make some sweet and energizing Strawberry Smoothie Bowls for breakfast!
🧂 Ingredients Needed
- red potatoes - you can use your favorite kind of potatoes, but I prefer to use small red ones in this steak bowl.
- grape tomatoes - cherry tomatoes also work great!
- arugula - any kind of leafy green is fine as the base of this steak salad, but arugula is my choice.
- steak strips - if you don't already have some steak strips, there will also be instructions on how to quickly cook up some steak.
- corn - you can use fresh corn or frozen corn for a convenient shortcut.
- black beans - add a nice amount of hearty protein.
- shredded cheese - I like to use Monterey jack cheese, but there are plenty of cheese options that pair well with these ingredients.
- garnishes - top with fresh cilantro, lime crema, and fresh lime juice and lime wedges.
🔪 Instructions
- Cut the potatoes into cubes, about 1 inch to 1 ½ inches big.
- Add the potatoes to a large mixing bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- To a baking sheet prepared with foil, spread the potatoes in a single layer. Bake at 450 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, or until nicely browned.
- While the potatoes roast, cut the tomatoes into halves.
- Add arugula to a bowl.
- Top with a layer of potatoes and add some steak strips.
- In sections, add corn, black beans, and sliced tomatoes.
- Drizzle your steak bowl with lime crema if you like, top with chopped cilantro or parsley, and add a squeeze of fresh lime juice and shredded cheese. Serve with additional lime wedges and enjoy!
❔ FAQs
Yes, there are lots of healthy veggies in this steak bowl! It's a great source of protein, fiber, and lots of other nutrients.
I like to use top sirloin for this healthy steak meal! It's a fairly lean cut of steak but it still has lots of meaty flavor, so it offers a little bit of everything.
It's a great recipe to meal prep for lunches during the week. You'll get the best results if you cook components separately and store in airtight containers, then assemble just before eating.
💭 Expert Tips and Tricks
- If you need to quickly cook some steak for this recipe, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, season the steak with some salt and pepper, then cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side until you reach your desired doneness.
- Be sure to slice any steak against the grain! This shortens the muscle fibers and makes it more tender and easier to chew.
- Feel free to omit any of the ingredients suggested here. The great part about this steak bowl is how easy it is to swap things out and customize to your liking!
📌 This tasty steak and potato salad is just as flavorful as it is healthy, and it makes an excellent filling lunch, light dinner, or even a side dish!
💡 Substitutions and Variations
- Other topping ideas include plain sour cream, Greek yogurt, or balsamic vinaigrette.
- Season the beans with some cumin, chili powder, and lime juice for a punch of extra flavor.
- Add some heat to your steak bowl with red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
- More great topping ideas include crushed tortilla chips or tortilla strips, salsa, guacamole, jalapeno peppers, and hot sauce.
- Cook up some brown rice or even this Cilantro Lime Rice as another ingredient to make your bowl more filling.
🥫 Storage and Reheating
If you have steak bowl leftovers, I recommend storing things separately if possible. However, you could transfer the steak and potato salad to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for a day or so. But if possible, store the veggies separate from the steak separate from the greens!
🍴 What To Serve With This Dish
Though this is a meal all in one bowl, you can pair it with a side dish and it will serve multiple people! Pair it with a Chickpea Pasta Salad or Cucumber Salad for a nice light option, add a Cornbread Casserole, or air fry up a quick batch of Frozen French Fries.
✔️ More Steak Recipes You'll Love
- Slow Cooker Cube Steak with Gravy - A hearty and comforting recipe with a delicious homemade gravy.
- Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls - Turn the classic sandwich into a crispy, golden brown appetizer!
- Homemade Steak Seasoning - This easy spice blend is perfect for seasoning all of your favorite steak dishes.
- Thai Steak Salad - This is another fantastic steak salad recipe from The Almond Eater, featuring Thai-inspired flavors!
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Best Easy Steak Bowl With Potato
Ingredients
- 2 pounds small red potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt and pepper (each)
- 12 ounces grape tomatoes (cut in half or thirds)
- 5 ounces arugula
- 1 pound cooked steak, cut into strips (see NOTE 1)
- 14 ounces corn (can use frozen and thawed)
- 14 ounces black beans (1 can, drained and rinsed)
- 1 ½ cups shredded monterey jack cheese
- lime crema (optional but recommended-see NOTE 2)
- lime for garnish (optional)
- chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Dice the potatoes into approximately 1 to 1 ½ inch cubes.2 pounds small red potatoes
- Toss them with some olive oil, salt, and pepper.1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt and pepper (each)
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet, then roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Cut the tomatoes into halves (or thirds if they are large).12 ounces grape tomatoes
- Assemble each bowl by first placing a layer of arugula.5 ounces arugula
- On top of the arugula, place a layer of the potatoes.
- On top of the potatoes, in sections, place steak strips, corn, black beans, cheese and tomatoes.1 pound cooked steak, cut into strips, 14 ounces corn, 14 ounces black beans, 1 ½ cups shredded monterey jack cheese
- Drizzle the bowl with lime crema (if desired).lime crema
- Garnish with lime wedges and chopped cilantro (if desired).lime for garnish, chopped cilantro for garnish
Notes
- An easy way to cook your steak if needed:
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Season both side of the steak with salt and pepper, then place in the heated skillet.
- Cook 3-5 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135 degrees F.
- Allow to rest before slicing (slice across the grain).
- You can substitute plain sour cream, balsamic vinaigrette, cilantro lime dressing, or chipotle ranch dressing for the lime crema. Or, to make a lime crema:
- Mix 4 ounces sour cream, 1 teaspoon lime juice, ⅛ teaspoon salt, and the zest from 1 lime.
- Chill until ready to serve.
- For even more flavor, you can season the black beans with a bit of cumin, chili powder, and lime juice.
- Top the bowls with crispy tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.
- Other options topping ideas are salsa, guacamole, sliced jalapeños, or even hot sauce.
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
Update Notes: This post was originally published in September 2013, and was republished with tips, step by step photos, and a recipe change in April 2024.
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Di says
Thank you for sharing this recipe.
Kristin King says
You are welcome!
Jane says
Tried this recipe for dinner last night. The potatoes and black beans made it really filling. The Monterey Jack cheese melted nicely over the warm steak and potatoes. I swapped the arugula for spinach and it worked well. Great way to use leftover steak.
Jill says
SO GOOD!! I love having new ideas of mixing up salad ingredients plus the steak wow it's tender and juicyyy! Me and my husband now have an addition to our lunch-to-go list, thanks!
Kristin King says
This is one of my favorite lunches. So glad you liked it!
Nancy says
This was so hearty and delicious! I'm definitely making this again for the weekend!
Kristin King says
Yay! Enjoy!
jennifer says
This was the perfect salad for me -- I'm a beef girl AND a salad girl. the lime crema was amazing too -- really put the favors over the top!
Kristin King says
I have to admit, the lime crema really does it for me too! So glad to hear that you like this recipe!
Lara says
Absolutely loved this recipe! The steak turned out tender, all other ingredients blended together very well. So many flavors. Delicious! Perfect for an easy lunch or dinner!
Kristin King says
So glad to hear that! I definitely love all the flavors and how they work together!
Chenee says
Steak, potatoes, cheese, corn...it's like a steakhouse meal in a bowl. Can't wait to try it!