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Low Carb Steak Fajita Bowl


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Keto

Description

A vibrant Low Carb Steak Fajita Bowl bursting with flavor, featuring marinated steak, colorful sautéed veggies, and a base of cauliflower rice, perfect for keto lovers.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/4 lbs beef flank steak or skirt steak
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil (3 for marinade, 1 for cooking)
  • 1/3 cup lime juice (juice of 2 limes)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • Sea salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for veggies)
  • 3 bell peppers (various colors), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 12 oz cauliflower rice (frozen or fresh)
  • Fresh lime juice
  • Avocado or guacamole
  • Dairy-free sour cream
  • Fresh salsa
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil with lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, fine sea salt, smoked paprika, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
  2. Add the flank steak to the marinade, ensuring it coats the meat evenly. Cover the bowl and let it marinate for at least two hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Remove the steak from the fridge 20 minutes before cooking. Pat the meat dry and sprinkle it lightly with sea salt.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat. Sear the steak for about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  5. Remove the steak from the skillet, cover it with foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes. Then slice the steak thinly against the grain.
  6. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the sliced bell peppers and onion with a pinch of salt until they soften, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Heat an additional tablespoon of oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add the cauliflower rice, cooking for about 5 minutes. Season with sea salt and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
  8. Build your bowl starting with a base of cauliflower rice, layering in the sliced steak, sautéed veggies, and toppings like avocado, salsa, dairy-free sour cream, and additional cilantro.

Notes

For deeper flavor, let the steak marinate overnight. Slice against the grain for more tender meat.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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