Description
These Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa are a culinary delight that brings the vibrant flavors of summer to your table. Perfectly grilled steak is paired with a fresh, zesty avocado salsa, making these tacos an unforgettable experience for any occasion. Whether it’s a casual family dinner or a festive gathering, their smoky and savory goodness will elevate your meal. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, they are as versatile as they are delicious—perfect with sides like rice or beans. Impress your guests with a dish that bursts with flavor and is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients
- Skirt steak (16 ounces)
- Ripe avocado (1)
- Tomatillos (1 pound)
- Yellow onion (½)
- Garlic cloves (2)
- Jalapeño (1)
- Fresh cilantro (¾ cup total)
- Lime juice (about 4 tablespoons)
- Orange juice (¼ cup)
- Avocado oil (2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the Avocado Salsa: Grill tomatillos, onion halves, garlic, and jalapeño until charred. Blend with water, cilantro, lime juice, oregano, and salt.
- Marinate the Steak: Combine orange juice, lime juice, cilantro, paprika, salt, onion powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano. Marinate the skirt steak for at least 15 minutes.
- Grill the Steak: Preheat the grill to high heat and grill the marinated steak for 4-5 minutes per side until medium-rare.
- Assemble Tacos: Let the steak rest before slicing thinly against the grain. Warm tortillas and layer with sliced steak and avocado salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg