Description
Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender, marinated skirt steak with a refreshing herb-infused couscous salad. Perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, this recipe offers a delightful balance of savory and zesty flavors. The juicy steak pairs beautifully with the light and vibrant salad, making it an impressive yet easy meal to prepare for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb skirt steak
- 1 cup whole wheat couscous
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add skirt steak and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook the Couscous: Boil 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Stir in couscous and a pinch of salt. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes until fluffy.
- 3. Grill the Steak: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill marinated steak for about 3-5 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let rest before slicing.
- 4. Prepare the Salad: Fluff cooked couscous with a fork. Mix in chopped herbs, lemon zest, remaining olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- 5. Serve: Slice the rested steak against the grain and serve over or alongside the couscous salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg