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Carne Asada Flank Steak Tacos

Carne Asada Flank Steak Tacos with Creamy Avocado Feta

Savor the burst of flavors in these Carne Asada Flank Steak Tacos, a perfect summer dish that’s high in protein.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak Marinade
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Can swap for skirt steak if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce Opt for tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped finely.
  • 1 whole Jalapeño Remove seeds for mildness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Pressed.
Salsa
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 medium Avocado Ripe yet firm.
  • 1/2 cup White Onion Chopped.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled.
Assembly
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Marinating & Grilling
  1. In a large dish, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, chili flakes, cumin, black pepper, cilantro, jalapeño, and garlic. Add flank steak, cover, and refrigerate for 1-12 hours.
  2. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high.
  3. Grill marinated steak for 7-10 minutes per side until medium-rare. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
Salsa Preparation & Assembly
  1. In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, avocado, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, olive oil, crumbled feta, and salt.
  2. Warm corn tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds.
  3. Slice rested steak against the grain and layer in warmed tortillas. Top with avocado feta salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with lime wedges for an added zesty kick.

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