STEAK FAJITAS

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Zesty salsa and tender strips of steak make these traditional fajitas extra special. -Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 beef flank steak (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large onion, halved and sliced
6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional: Sliced avocado and lime wedges

Steps:

  • For salsa, place first 5 ingredients in a small bowl; stir in 1 teaspoon cumin and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Let stand until serving., Sprinkle steak with the remaining cumin and salt. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°), 6-8 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until crisp-tender. Slice steak thinly across the grain; serve in tortillas with onion and salsa. If desired, serve with avocado and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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