FIESTA GRILLED FLANK STEAK

Fiesta Grilled Flank Steak image

Whether you broil this tasty steak-or slap it on the grill, the acid in the marinade's lime and pineapple juice will help tenderize it. Pair with sweet potatoes for a colorful, hearty summer hit! -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 beef flank steak (1 pound)
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1/2 cup salsa verde
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

In a shallow dish, combine the pineapple juice, lime juice, garlic salt and cumin. Score the surface of the beef, making diamond shapes 1/4 in. deep; place in dish and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., In a small bowl, combine the pineapple, salsa, avocado, green onion and cilantro. Cover and chill until serving., Drain beef and discard marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)., Let stand for 5 minutes; thinly slice across the grain. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges