Go Back
–+ servings
Bowl served rice, steak, cilantro sauce, guacamole and a lime wedge.

Steak Taco Bowl Recipe

These Steak Taco Bowls are my new taco Tuesday go-to! They are easy to make and super customizable to make exactly how you like them. With juicy, seasoned steak bites, fluffy rice, and a creamy cilantro lime sauce, you’re going to find yourself coming back to this recipe again and again!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 740
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the steak:
  • 2 lbs sirloin steak cut into cubes
  • ½ tbsp olive oil
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp thyme
For the taco sauce:
  • 1 cup low fat mayonnaise
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2-3 garlic cloves
  • 1 jalapeño
  • juice of 1-2 limes
  • bunch of cilantro
  • salt to taste
For the rice:
  • 1 ½ cups long grain white rice rinsed
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1 tsp salt

Method
 

Cook the Rice:
  1. Rinse the rice until water runs clear. Add to a pot with water, oil, and salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and cook on low for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
  1. Blend mayo, Greek yogurt, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt until smooth. Adjust lime or salt to taste.
Air Fry the Steak:
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Toss steak cubes with oil and seasonings. Air fry for 6–7 minutes, shaking halfway, until browned and medium to medium-well. Let rest for 3 minutes.
Assemble Bowls:
  1. Add rice to each bowl, top with steak bites, and drizzle generously with cilantro lime sauce. Garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, or avocado if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 740kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 58gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 149mgSodium: 2712mgPotassium: 944mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 245IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 131mgIron: 5mg

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Work in batches if needed so the steak browns instead of steams. Each piece should have a little bit of space around it to help it brown!
  • Let the steak rest. A few minutes after cooking helps it stay juicy and tender.
  • Meal prep tip! Store rice, steak, and sauce separately so everything stays fresh for up to 4 days.
  • Use microwave rice for busy nights! The flavor’s still great with the sauce and steak combo, and it is so much easier.
Make these steak taco bowls your own! Add your favorite toppings like:
  • Fresh salsa or pico de gallo
  • Black beans or pinto beans
  • Corn or roasted corn salsa
  • Sliced avocado or guacamole
  • Pickled red onions or jalapeños
  • A squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of cotija cheese

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!