Steak Fajita Bowl Tex-Mex (Print-Friendly)

Juicy seasoned steak strips with sautéed bell peppers and onions over cauliflower rice, topped with fresh avocado, cilantro, and lime.

# What You'll 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

# How To Make It:

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. Add marinated steak in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until well-browned and just cooked through. Remove steak from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add another 1 tbsp olive oil. Add 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 - In a separate pan, cook cauliflower rice over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until tender but not mushy. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Fluff with a fork.
05 - Divide cauliflower rice evenly among 4 bowls. Arrange sautéed vegetables and steak strips on top of the rice base.
06 - Garnish each bowl with avocado slices, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, shredded cheese, and sour cream as desired. Serve immediately while steak and vegetables are still warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • All that smoky, spiced fajita satisfaction without the heavy carb crash that usually follows
  • The steak stays incredibly tender because you marinate it while prepping everything else
02 -
  • Always slice the flank steak against the grain or it will be chewy no matter how perfectly you cook it
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when searing steak or it will steam instead of develop that gorgeous crust
03 -
  • Let your steak rest for 5 minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute
  • Cast iron skillets create the best char on both steak and vegetables
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