Grilled Flank Steak with Avocado Salsa
Elevate your grilling game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Grilled Flank Steak with Avocado Salsa. Perfectly seasoned with a smoky, citrusy marinade of lime juice, garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika, the tender flank steak is grilled to juicy perfection and paired with a fresh, zesty salsa bursting with creamy avocado, tangy lime, crisp red onion, and a hint of spice from jalapeño. Ready in under 30 minutes (not counting marinating time), this recipe is an ideal choice for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or any occasion when you want to impress with minimal effort. Serve it as a main dish alongside corn tortillas or over a crisp salad for a crowd-pleasing meal that's as healthy as it is delicious! Keywords: grilled flank steak, avocado salsa, summer grilling recipes, easy steak recipe, healthy dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 unit garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 unit avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 unit jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 unit tomato, diced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (for salsa)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (for salsa)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the flank steak in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the steak is fully coated, then cover or seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 8 hours for maximum flavor).
While the steak marinates, prepare the avocado salsa. In a medium bowl, combine diced avocado, red onion, chopped cilantro, jalapeño, diced tomato, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Gently toss to mix. Cover and set aside in the refrigerator.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the steak from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and place it on the preheated grill.
Grill the flank steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, or adjust time as needed for your preferred level of doneness. Use a meat thermometer for precision (130°F for medium-rare).
Once cooked, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
Slice the steak thinly against the grain, ensuring tender pieces.
Serve the sliced steak topped with the prepared avocado salsa. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.4 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 413 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 4631 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 142.1 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3567 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
