Flank Steak with Avocado Salsa

Published April 22, 2017
1 minute read

Published April 22, 2017
1 minute read

It’s finally time to enjoy the weather and break out the grill — we can enjoy the weather and break out the grill. This juicy, grilled, cumin-seasoned steak is paired with a fresh avocado salsa. Serve as an entree or alongside tortillas for a simple and flavorful meal.

Flank Steak with Avocado Salsa

Ingredients

1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 (16-ounce) lean flank steak (3/4- to 1-inch thick)
2 large plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 large avocado, chopped
1 cup chopped English cucumber (about 1/2 a cucumber)
1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Directions

Sprinkle cumin and 1/4 teaspoon salt evenly on all sides of steak. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes or cover and refrigerate several hours.

Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Spray grill grates with cooking spray. Grill steaks 4 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare or to until desired degree of doneness. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

While steak rests, combine tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Thinly slice steak and top with salsa.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 4 ounces steak and 3/4 cup salsa (Total salsa: 3 cups)

Per serving: Calories: 232; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 64mg; Sodium: 340mg; Carbohydrate: 7g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 27g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 395mg; Iron: 4%; Vitamin A: 14%; Vitamin C: 31%; Calcium: 3%

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