Heart-Healthy Churrasco
Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible *Heart-Healthy Churrasco* recipe, a nutritious twist on the classic Latin American dish. Featuring tender, grilled lean flank steak and a vibrant, creamy avocado chimichurri sauce, this dish is bursting with bold flavors while prioritizing heart-healthy ingredients. Fresh parsley, cilantro, and red pepper flakes bring a herby, zesty kick to the chimichurri, balanced by the creamy richness of avocado and a tangy splash of lemon juice. Perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection, the steak pairs beautifully with this wholesome sauce, creating a meal that's as nourishing as it is satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and wholesome recipe is ideal for a family dinner or a weekend BBQ. Serve it alongside mixed greens or whole grains for a complete and healthy feast! Keywords: heart-healthy recipes, churrasco steak, avocado chimichurri, healthy grilling recipes, quick dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean flank steak
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chimichurri sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the minced garlic, red wine vinegar, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, red pepper flakes, diced avocado, and lemon juice.
Add the extra-virgin olive oil to the mixture and stir until all ingredients are well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Set the chimichurri sauce aside to allow the flavors to meld together while you prepare the steak.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Rub the flank steak on both sides with a small amount of olive oil and season it with salt and black pepper.
Place the steak on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
Once cooked, remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.
Serve the sliced steak with a generous spoonful of avocado chimichurri sauce on top.
Enjoy your heart-healthy Churrasco with a side of mixed greens or your favorite whole-grain dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.6 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 1527 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 137.5 g | 275% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 379 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 4019 mg | 86% | |
*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.
