Need something healthy and delicious for weekly dinners or lunches? Turn to these Keto Steak Meal Prep Bowls! Filled with juicy steak tips, cauliflower rice, kale, and red bell peppers, every bite is fresh and flavorful!

These steak meal prep bowls are completely keto-friendly, made with high-quality protein, low-carb vegetables, and healthy fats, perfect for keeping your macros in check and energy levels steady.

This low-carb high protein lunch bowls are filled with juicy steak tips, cauliflower rice, and vegetables, every bite is fresh and vibrant. Sometimes I substitute the cauliflower rice for zucchini noodles, both options are very delicious but I’ll say the cauliflower rice holds up better.

Ingredients and more

All you need to make this easy keto meal prep recipe are a handful of simple ingredients, like:

  • Steak – for a tender, juicy bowl that reheats beautifully, choose cuts like sirloinflank steak, or ribeye. These options hold their texture and flavor well even after a few days in the fridge.
  • Cauliflower rice, kale and bell peppers – make your bowls colorful and nutrient-packed by mixing in keto-friendly vegetables like cauliflower ricezucchini, and bell peppers. These veggies are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for a keto meal prep
  • And a handful of simple herbs and seasonings! the key to good flavor without sauces and unwanted ingredients.

These steak and cauliflower rice bowls are flexible too! Pop a Stuffed Cabbage Roll or Zucchini Boat in the container for more substance or swap the steak tips for Grilled Churrasco Steak and Veggies. The options are endless!

You can also try these Gluten Free Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a great go-to when you’re all out of ideas for healthy lunches! Made with simple ingredients, these easy bowls are packed with protein, flavor, and nutrients.

How to make high protein keto meal prep bowls

Turn to this easy keto meal prep when you’re out of ideas! It’s easy to prepare, low carb, and full of nutrients. This recipe makes enough for 3 servings, so you won’t have to worry about making your lunch for at least a few days:

Step 1: Season the steak tips with sea salt and pepper.

Step 2: Heat some oil in a large skillet and cook the steak tips to your liking. Once they’re cooked through, transfer them to a plate and cover with foil.

Step 3: Next, add the cauliflower rice, kale, and red pepper to a saucepan. Cover with water, place the lid on top, and cook on medium low heat. When the vegetables are soft and the water has been absorbed, stir in the salt, pepper, paprika, parsley, and lemon juice.

Step 4: Scoop the cauliflower rice and vegetables into 3 meal prep containers and top each one with the steak tips. Garnish with a slice of lemon and parsley, then store the containers in the fridge until it’s time to eat.

Tips and variations

  • Instead of cauliflower rice – Use any kind of grain you like, such as rice or quinoa, or top the steak over a green salad instead.
  • Instead of steak – Top the cauliflower rice with this light and keto-friendly Mediterranean salmon.
  • Season the steak – With even more flavor using homemade herb salt!
  • Extra protein – Add chickpeas, broccoli, shrimp, potatoes, or squash to make each bite extra filling.

Storing and reheating

To store, keep the airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

To reheat, place a meal prep bowl in the microwave and heat for 1 or 2 minutes, or until the rice and steak are warmed through.

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Keto Steak Meal Prep Bowls

by Silvia Dunnirvine
These steak meal prep bowls are completely keto-friendly, made with high-quality protein, low-carb vegetables, and healthy fats, perfect for keeping your macros in check and energy levels steady.
Prep: 12 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 27 minutes
Servings: 3 meals

Ingredients 

  • 1 1/2 lb steak tips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp sea salt and black pepper
  • 16 oz cauliflower rice
  • 2 cups kale thinly chopped
  • 1 whole red bell pepper chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • fresh parsley

Instructions 

  • Season steak cubes with coarse sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large skillet. Add steak and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, depending on preference (6 minutes for medium-rare, 8 minutes for well-done). Do not disturb the steak while cooking, only turning it once. When done transfer to a place and cover with foil.
  • Meanwhile add cauliflower, kale and bell peppers to a sauce pan. Add water and cover. Cook on medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes. Then season with 1 tsp sea salt, fresh pepper and paprika. Also add fresh parsley and lemon juice. Stir well
  • Make 3 meal prep containers with cauliflower kale rice and steak tips. Add a slice of lemon to each container and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 594kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 1383mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4574IU | Vitamin C: 167mg | Calcium: 136mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Keyword: high protein keto meal prep, keto meal prep bowls, keto steak lunch, keto steak meal prep, low carb steak bowls
Course: Dinner, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American
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Hi! I’m Silvia.

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4 Comments

  1. I love this recipe! I added a few more spices just because my palate told me to. No reason to give less than five stars though. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!

    1. You are very welcome Wayne, I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback!

  2. Love this…so simple and healthy. Very quick too! I usually eat lunch at home so this is perfect for meal prep. I did the beef tips in the air fryer which worked well.