Steak Fajita Bowl (Printable)

Juicy steak strips over sautéed peppers and onions with cauliflower rice for a protein-packed Tex-Mex meal.

# What You Need:

→ For the Steak

01 - 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp chili powder
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - Juice of 1 lime

→ For the Vegetables

11 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
13 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
15 - 1 tbsp olive oil
16 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ For the Base

17 - 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)

→ Optional Toppings

18 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
19 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
20 - Lime wedges
21 - 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
22 - 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

# Directions:

01 - Combine sliced steak with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate the meat.
02 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange marinated steak in a single layer without overcrowding. Sear for 2–3 minutes per side until nicely browned and just cooked through. Transfer steak to a plate and set aside.
03 - Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet. Toss in sliced bell peppers and red onion. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender-crisp and lightly charred. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
04 - While vegetables cook, heat another pan over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice and cook for 5–6 minutes until tender but not mushy. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
05 - Divide cauliflower rice evenly among 4 bowls. Arrange sautéed vegetables and seared steak strips on top of each portion.
06 - Garnish with avocado slices, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, shredded cheese, and sour cream as desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one skillet (well, two), meaning less cleanup and more flavor built right into each component
  • The steak stays incredibly juicy because you marinate it while you prep everything else
  • You get all those Tex-Mex flavors you crave without the heavy carb load of regular rice
02 -
  • Always slice your steak against the grain, which helps keep it tender instead of chewy
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when searing the steak or it will steam instead of getting that nice brown crust
  • The cauliflower rice releases water as it cooks, so do not be afraid to let it cook a bit longer if it seems too wet
03 -
  • Let your steak rest for 5 minutes after slicing it helps those juices redistribute so every bite stays moist
  • Cook the cauliflower rice in a dry pan without oil to prevent it from becoming soggy
  • Warm your bowls in the oven for a few minutes before serving to keep everything hot longer
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