Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa
Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa are the perfect blend of smoky, juicy flavors that will elevate your next meal. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering, these tacos are sure to impress. The grilled skirt steak, marinated to perfection, pairs beautifully with a zesty avocado salsa made from fresh ingredients. Each bite bursts with flavor and freshness, making it a go-to recipe for taco nights or casual get-togethers. Easy to prepare and quick to cook, these tacos are not just a feast for the taste buds but also a nutritious option for your family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 pound tomatillos (husks peeled and rinsed well)
- ½ yellow onion (sliced in half)
- 2 cloves garlic (skins peeled)
- 1 jalapeño (sliced in half, seeds removed for mild heat)
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime (around 2 tablespoons, plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon dry oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 16 ounces skirt steak (cut into 6-inch sections; substitute flap steak or flank steak)
- Juice of 1 orange (around ¼ cup)
- Juice of 1 large lime (around 2 tablespoons)
- ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro (divided in half)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dry oregano
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 6 green onions
- 6 corn tortillas
- ¼ cup finely chopped white onion
Instructions
- Prepare the avocado salsa by grilling tomatillos, onion, garlic, and jalapeño until charred. Blend with cilantro, lime juice, oregano, and salt.
- Marinate the steak in a mixture of orange juice, lime juice, spices, and avocado oil for at least 15 minutes.
- Grill the marinated steak over high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let it rest before slicing.
- Warm corn tortillas on the grill and assemble tacos with grilled steak strips and avocado salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 220g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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