Description
Balsamic Grilled Flank Steak Caprese is a colorful and flavorful dish that combines juicy marinated flank steak with creamy mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all tied together with a rich balsamic glaze. This recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, offering an effortless yet impressive meal that bursts with fresh flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the flank steak in balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the flank steak for 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
- In a bowl, mix halved cherry tomatoes with basil leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Serve sliced steak topped with the tomato-basil mixture and mozzarella balls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg