Easy Steak Tacos
This Easy Steak Tacos recipe features grilled flank steak, lime-garlic dressing, avocado, cabbage, lettuce, and pickled onions served in warm corn tortillas for a flavorful meal in 30 minutes.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- ¾ pound flank steak trimmed
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Cooking spray as needed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 6-inch corn tortillas
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup chopped red cabbage
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
- 1 16-ounce jar pickled red onions
- Grilled scallions for garnish
Instructions
Season the Steak:
- Sprinkle the trimmed flank steak evenly with freshly ground black pepper, pressing it gently into the surface to help it adhere.
Grill the Steak:
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly coat the pan with cooking spray. Place the steak in the pan and cook for approximately 6 minutes per side or until the desired level of doneness is achieved. Transfer the steak to a cutting board and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and minced garlic. After the steak has rested, slice it thinly across the grain. Drizzle the lime-garlic mixture over the sliced steak and sprinkle with kosher salt.
Warm the Tortillas:
- Lightly coat the grill pan with cooking spray again if needed. Warm the corn tortillas for approximately 20 seconds per side or until lightly charred and pliable.
Grill the Scallions:
- Place the scallions on the grill pan and cook until lightly charred and softened. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Evenly divide the sliced steak among the warmed tortillas. Top each taco with chopped romaine lettuce, chopped red cabbage, sliced avocado, and pickled red onions. Garnish with grilled scallions. Serve immediately.
Notes
To ensure this recipe is fully gluten-free, confirm that the corn tortillas are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain trace gluten or additives. Additionally, verify that all other pre-packaged ingredients, such as pickled onions, are labeled gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.