Sheet Pan Steak and Veggie Bowl (Print)

Tender steak and roasted veggies over rice on one pan for easy cleanup.

# Components:

→ Steak

01 - 1 lb sirloin or flank steak
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
07 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
08 - 1 small red onion, sliced
09 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
13 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
14 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Rice

15 - 1 1/2 cups uncooked jasmine or basmati rice
16 - 3 cups water or low-sodium broth
17 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Garnishes

18 - Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
19 - Lemon wedges
20 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a bowl, combine steak with 1 tablespoon olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside briefly to marinate.
03 - In a separate large bowl, toss all vegetables with 2 tablespoons olive oil, dried Italian herbs, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
04 - Spread seasoned vegetables evenly across the prepared sheet pan. Position steak on top of vegetables.
05 - Roast in preheated oven for 15-18 minutes for medium-rare doneness, or until desired temperature is reached. For enhanced caramelization, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes if desired.
06 - While steak and vegetables roast, rinse rice under cold water. Combine rice, water or broth, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook 12-15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.
07 - Transfer cooked steak to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
08 - Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and sliced steak. Drizzle with soy sauce or tamari if desired. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pan means you can actually relax while dinner cooks instead of hovering over multiple burners.
  • The steak stays juicy and the veggies get those crispy, caramelized edges that make everything taste restaurant quality.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully, so lunch the next day feels like a treat instead of sad desk food.
02 -
  • If you overcrowd the pan, the vegetables will steam instead of roast and youll miss out on those crispy caramelized edges.
  • Resting the steak is non negotiable, cutting it too soon means all the juices run out onto the board instead of staying in the meat.
  • Slicing against the grain is the difference between tender bites and chewy disappointment, look for the direction of the muscle fibers and cut perpendicular.
03 -
  • Pat the steak completely dry with paper towels before seasoning, moisture prevents a good sear and those flavorful browned bits.
  • Use a hot oven and a preheated pan if you want even more caramelization on the vegetables, cold pans lead to soggy results.
  • Slice the steak just before serving instead of in advance, it stays warmer and juicier that way.
  • Save any leftover veggie and steak juices from the pan and toss them with the rice, its liquid gold.
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