Description
Grilled Flank Steak Tacos are a summer staple that brings vibrant flavors to your table. Tender marinated flank steak is grilled to perfection, sliced thin, and wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Topped with creamy guacamole and zesty salsa, these tacos deliver a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for backyard barbecues or family dinners, they promise delicious memories with every serving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup guacamole (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup salsa (pico de gallo or salsa verde)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the flank steak by mixing olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Place the steak in a resealable bag with marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C).
- Grill the marinated flank steak for 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Avoid poking it with a fork to keep juices locked in.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
- Warm corn tortillas on the grill for about 1 minute until soft.
- Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with sliced steak, topping with guacamole, salsa, and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg