Description
Energize your spring with this delicious and easy High Protein Cheesesteak Rice Bowl. Packed with lean protein, complex carbs, and fresh vegetables, it’s the nutritious meal you need to power through the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers (any color combination you prefer, e.g., 1 red, 1 green), thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese (or mozzarella, or a blend)
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa (for serving)
- Optional garnishes: fresh parsley, a drizzle of sriracha, a dollop of Greek yogurt
Instructions
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 2. Add the thinly sliced sirloin steak to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- 3. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the same skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized.
- 4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 5. Return the seared steak to the skillet with the vegetables.
- 6. Season with black pepper and salt. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the steak and vegetable mixture. Cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
- 8. Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa into two bowls.
- 9. Spoon the cheesesteak mixture generously over the rice or quinoa in each bowl.
- 10. Garnish with fresh parsley or other desired toppings.
Notes
Store cooled leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 550-600
- Sugar: Approx. 8-10g
- Sodium: Approx. 700-800mg
- Fat: Approx. 20-25g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 45-50g
- Fiber: Approx. 6-8g
- Protein: Approx. 40-45g