Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad
Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad is a vibrant dish that combines marinated skirt steak with a refreshing couscous salad, perfect for any occasion. This recipe bursts with flavor from a zesty lemon vinaigrette and fresh herbs, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home. Enjoy the delightful pairing of savory steak and light, wholesome salad that leaves everyone feeling satisfied yet refreshed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs skirt steak
- 1 cup dry Israeli couscous
- 1 mini cucumber, chopped
- 4 scallions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Coat the skirt steak with half of the marinade and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Couscous Salad: Cook Israeli couscous according to package instructions. After draining and cooling it under cold water, mix with the remaining marinade and add cucumber, scallions, dill, parsley, and feta.
- Grill the Steak: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill the steak for about 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness is achieved. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg