Description
Fire up your grill and bring some bold Latin flair to your dinner table with this Carne Asada with Avocado Salsa Verde — the ultimate fusion of smoky, citrus-marinated steak and velvety, herb-packed salsa. Perfect for a quick dinner, family barbecue, or flavorful weekend feast, this easy recipe offers a high-protein, low-carb option packed with juicy texture and vibrant taste. Whether wrapped in tortillas or served with fresh sides, this dish will become your go-to for savory food ideas, healthy meals, and grilling inspiration. It’s a standout in any collection of dinner ideas or easy recipe lists.
Ingredients
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For the Carne Asada Marinade:
- 2 lbs flank or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Avocado Salsa Verde:
- 4 medium tomatillos, husked and halved
- 1 jalapeño (or serrano pepper), halved and seeded
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- Salt, to taste
Optional Garnishes & Add-ons:
- Lime wedges
- Extra cilantro
- Warm tortillas
- Grilled veggies
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak:
- Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add steak and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the Salsa Verde:
- Char tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, and onion until blistered.
- Blend charred ingredients with cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Fold in avocado.
- Grill the Steak:
- Let steak come to room temp. Grill on high heat for 4–6 minutes per side.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes. Slice against the grain.
- Assemble:
- Spoon salsa over sliced steak. Serve with garnishes of choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes