Grilled Steak Nacho Bowl – An Easy 30-Minute Meal
This Grilled Steak Nacho Bowl is a protein-packed, flavorful meal featuring tender marinated steak, roasted sweet potatoes, and grilled bell peppers, all topped with a creamy high-protein nacho cheese made from cottage cheese. It’s perfect for meal prep and satisfies nacho cravings in a balanced way!
Ingredients
For the Steak & Marinade:
- 1 lb steak flank, skirt, or sirloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Grilled Bell Peppers:
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the High-Protein Nacho Cheese:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp milk if needed for consistency
additional toppings:
- Sliced jalapeños
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced avocado
- Salsa or pico de gallo
Let's Make It
- 1. Marinate the Steak:• In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, and seasonings.• Add steak, toss to coat, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
- 2. Roast the Sweet Potatoes:• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).• Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.• Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- 3. Grill the Steak & Peppers:• Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.• Grill the marinated steak for about 3-4 minutes per side until cooked to your liking. Remove and let rest.• Toss bell peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grill for 4-5 minutes until slightly charred.
- 4. Make the High-Protein Nacho Cheese:• Blend cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, and seasonings in a blender until smooth.• Heat in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until warm and melty.
- 5. Assemble the Bowls:• Divide roasted sweet potatoes into bowls.• Add grilled steak and peppers.• Drizzle with high-protein nacho cheese.• Top with optional toppings and enjoy!