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Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad

Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad Bliss

This Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad is a summer essential, blending vibrant flavors and quick preparation.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 511

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 juices Fresh Lemon Juice fresh juice recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Honey agave or maple syrup can be used
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard whole grain mustard can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano substitute with thyme if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt sea salt can be used
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1.5 lbs Skirt Steak flank steak is a suitable alternative
Couscous Salad
  • 1 cup Dry Israeli Couscous or quinoa for gluten-free
  • 1 mini Cucumber or celery if unavailable
  • 2 sliced Scallions chives can be used
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill or basil for a twist
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or cilantro if preferred
  • 1/4 cup Crumbled Feta can be omitted for dairy-free
Optional Topping
  • Flaky Sea Salt for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Grill
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Add oregano, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
  2. Place the skirt steak in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over it. Marinate for 30–45 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in the dry Israeli couscous, cover, and cook for about 8–10 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous with the remaining marinade, chopped cucumber, sliced scallions, dill, parsley, and crumbled feta. Toss gently to coat.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skirt steak for about 3–4 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached.
  6. Let the skirt steak rest for about 10 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving with the couscous salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 511kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the couscous salad to chill in the fridge for enhanced flavors before serving.

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