Description
This Herby Lemon Garlic Steak and Rice recipe combines the bold flavors of marinated flank steak with aromatic herbs, zesty lemon, and fluffy basmati rice. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal or a casual dinner with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak:
- 2 pounds flank steak
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 shallot thinly sliced
- 6 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of chili flakes
For the Rice:
- 3 cups cooked basmati rice
- ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic minced (for rice)
- Sliced avocado for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, shallot, garlic, honey, oregano, salt, pepper, and chili flakes in a bowl. Add the flank steak, coat well, and marinate for 10–20 minutes.
- Cook the Steak: Grill the steak over medium-high heat for 5–8 minutes per side. Rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Make the Sauce: Simmer the remaining marinade in a saucepan until slightly thickened.
- Prepare the Rice: Mix cooked rice with olive oil, basil, cilantro, dill, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Serve: Slice the steak, serve over herbed rice, drizzle with sauce, and top with avocado.
Notes
- Flank steak is best cooked quickly over high heat and sliced thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Adjust chili flakes to suit your spice preference.
- Resting the steak before slicing helps retain its juices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (including marinating)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill or Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl with steak, rice, and avocado
- Calories: 586
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
