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Juicy Chili-Lime Flank Steak with Avocado Salsa – 5-Star Taste!

Juicy Chili-Lime Flank Steak

This chili-lime flank steak features a zesty marinade and perfectly grilled meat topped with a fresh, vibrant avocado salsa, delivering bright flavors and a satisfying, juicy texture.
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Prep Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Course grill, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 grill or skillet preheated to medium-high heat
  • 1 mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs flank steak
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Coat the flank steak evenly with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
  • Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness.
  • Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  • In a bowl, combine diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt to make the salsa.
  • Serve the sliced steak topped with fresh avocado salsa.

Notes

  • Let steak rest after cooking for juiciness.
  • Adjust jalapeño for preferred spice level.
  • Marinate longer for deeper flavor infusion.