Description
Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa are a tantalizing addition to any meal, perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. These tacos feature juicy, marinated steak grilled to perfection and topped with a vibrant avocado salsa that adds freshness and a burst of flavor. The smoky aroma of the grill combined with the creamy avocado creates a delightful fusion that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With just 40 minutes of preparation and cooking time, these delicious tacos are not only easy to make but also packed with healthy ingredients. Customize them to suit your taste preferences, making them an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 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)
- 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
- For the Avocado Salsa:
- 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
- For Serving:
- 6 corn tortillas
- 6 green onions
- ¼ cup finely chopped white onion (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing avocado oil, orange juice, lime juice, paprika, kosher salt, onion powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and dry oregano in a bowl. Marinate the skirt steak for at least 15 minutes.
- Blend tomatillos, yellow onion halves, garlic cloves, jalapeño slices, water, cilantro leaves, lime juice, dry oregano, and kosher salt using a food processor until smooth to create the avocado salsa. Fold in diced avocado.
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat and cook the marinated steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached.
- Warm corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble tacos by placing sliced steak on tortillas and topping with avocado salsa and chopped onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 382
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 645mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use high-quality meat for the best flavor. Marinate overnight for deeper flavors. Adjust spice levels in salsa by adding more jalapeños if desired.