Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad
If you’re searching for a vibrant and flavorful meal that’s quick to prepare, look no further than Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad. This dish combines juicy skirt steak marinated in a zesty lemon and olive oil blend with a light couscous salad brimming with fresh herbs and crunchy vegetables. Perfect for summer barbecues or a swift weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. With bright flavors and nutritious ingredients, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs skirt steak
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup dry Israeli couscous
- Mini cucumber, chopped
- Scallions, chopped
- Fresh dill, finely chopped
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the skirt steak in half of the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook couscous according to package instructions; rinse under cold water.
- Mix cooked couscous with remaining marinade, cucumber, scallions, dill, parsley, and feta cheese. Chill until ready to serve.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg