Description
Experience the “Flavor Explosion”! Juicy chili-lime flank steak, perfectly marinated, paired with creamy avocado salsa. Full cooking instructions & nutrition details included.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs flank steak
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2–3 limes), divided
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: In a shallow dish, combine 2 tablespoons of lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Rub the mixture thoroughly over both sides of the flank steak, ensuring it's evenly coated. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- Step 2: While the steak marinates, prepare the avocado salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the diced avocados, red onion, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of lime juice and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Gently toss to combine, then season with salt to taste. Set aside.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or a heavy-bottomed skillet (like cast iron) over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated flank steak on the grill or skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temperature 130-135°F), or longer to your desired doneness.
- Step 4: Once cooked, remove the flank steak from the heat and transfer it to a cutting board. Cover it loosely with foil and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. This is crucial for keeping the steak juicy. After resting, slice the steak thinly against the grain.
- Step 5: Arrange the sliced chili-lime flank steak on a serving platter. Spoon generous amounts of the fresh avocado salsa over the steak or serve it on the side. Serve immediately and enjoy the flavor explosion!
Notes
- Store any leftover cooked flank steak in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; the avocado salsa is best enjoyed fresh, as it doesn't keep well.
- To revive leftover steak, slice it thin if not already, then gently warm it in a skillet over low heat with a splash of broth or water to prevent drying out.
- For a complete meal, pair this flavor-packed steak and salsa with warm tortillas for tacos, a side of cilantro-lime rice, or a crisp green salad to soak up all the delicious juices.
- For the most tender bite, always slice the flank steak thinly *against the grain* after its crucial resting period, which shortens the muscle fibers and ensures every piece is deliciously chewable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g) cooked flank steak with 1/4 cup avocado salsa
- Calories: 430
- Sodium: 975mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 1g