Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Low Carb Steak Fajita Bowl – 1 Bold Recipe For Keto Lovers, perfectly designed for your keto lifestyle. This dish features tender flank steak marinated in zesty lime and spices, served atop a fluffy cauliflower rice base, complemented by colorful sautéed peppers and onions. Quick to prepare and packed with protein, this bowl is not only a feast for the taste buds but also ideal for meal prep or family gatherings. Customize your bowl with fresh toppings like avocado, salsa, or dairy-free sour cream for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy a satisfying dinner that aligns with your health goals without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 lbs flank steak
- 3 tbsp olive oil (for marinade)
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 3/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for veggies)
- 3 bell peppers (various colors), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 12 oz cauliflower rice (frozen or fresh)
- Sea salt, to taste
- Fresh lime juice
- Avocado or guacamole (optional topping)
- Dairy-free sour cream (optional topping)
- Fresh salsa (optional topping)
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, smoked paprika, and cilantro in a bowl. Add the steak and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the steak: Remove from the fridge 20 minutes before cooking. Pat dry and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Sear the steak: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat. Sear the steak for about 4 minutes on each side for medium rare.
- Rest and slice: Cover with foil and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Sauté veggies: In the same skillet, add more oil and sauté sliced bell peppers and onions until tender.
- Cook cauliflower rice: In another pan, heat oil and cook cauliflower rice for about 5 minutes; season with salt and lime juice.
- Assemble: Layer cauliflower rice in bowls, top with sliced steak, sautéed vegetables, and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg