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    Grilled Flank Steak Salad

    June 14, 2018 By Mary 9 Comments

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    A simple and delicious recipe for Grilled Flank Steak Salad, made with a flavorful flank steak marinade in a savory soy and rosemary mix. Perfect for a hearty salad, or filling for a delicious sandwich.

    You’ve gotta try this incredible and full flavored steak salad! And we got ya if your looking for a great grilled flank steak recipe on its own. You can even watch us cook it up on our local ABC TV station AM Northwest.

    Grilled Flank Steak Salad on a large plate
    Flank Steak is tender and makes an amazing salad steak.

    This is a recipe we created while on vacation several years ago in Hawaii with some good friends. We grilled on the beach while watching the sunset (pre-kids). And instead of the sandwiches we originally created it for, we’re tossing the marinated flank steak into a hearty griled steak salad perfect for summer when you want something substantial, but not too heavy.

    Jump to:
    • The Cut
    • Seasoning and Preparation.
    • Grilling the Steak
    • When is Flank Steak Done
    • Slicing
    • Making the Salad
    • More Steak Recipes
    • Wine Pairing for Grilled Flank Steak Salad
    • Grilled Flank Steak Salad Recipe with Chimichurri

    The Cut

    Flank steak comes from the side, or flank of the cow near the back side abdominal muscle. That means it is lean and cooks quickly. This cut is best grilled at high heat and is great for tacos, or slicing and having on its own.

    You can use the following cuts for this flank steak salad recipe as an alternative if you can’t find it.

    • Bavette Steak is similar to the flank, but part of the sirloin and a great alternative to this cut for the salad.
    • Hanger Steak is a great option although a little more expensive and it will have more marbling.
    • Flat Iron Steak comes from the chuck primal or beef shoulder. But it’s similar in size to flank and it has a lot more tenderness and intramuscular fat.

    Seasoning and Preparation.

    The steak salad starts with a marinade and then a beef seasoning for added flavor.

    This simple steak marinade has six ingredients and is easy to modify to your flavor.

    • For acid we are using soy and Worcestershire Sauce.
    • For savory we add garlic and pepper.
    • We use ground ginger and fresh rosemary for aromatics.

    Place a gallon plastic baggie in a small bowl and combine all the ingredients. Add the steak and partially seal. Remove as much of the air as possible and then seal tightly. Store in refrigerator for up to four hours.

    Here are some other ideas to modify the marinade:

    • Use Tamari versus soy for a gluten free steak salad.
    • Add lime juice or lemon juice for more acid.
    • If you like sweet use honey or balsamic vinegar.

    Once the flank steak is done marinading remove it from the baggie and discard the marinade. Use your favorite beef seasoning or make your own like our SPG rub or herbal beef seasoning.

    Grilling the Steak

    Flank steak cooking on a grill

    Hot and fast is the way to go over direct heat because it has so little fat. We go into full detail in our guide on how to grill flank steak. Here are the highlights.

    1. Prepare your charcoal grill or grill pan (if cooking inside) for direct high heat targeting 500 degrees F.
    2. Place the seasoned flank over the direct side and grill for up to six minutes. Then flip and continue grilling for another six minutes until the internal temperature reaches your desired level of doneness. We like medium rare at 130 degrees F using a meat thermometer.
    3. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing by placing it on a cutting board with grooved edges to capture the juices.

    For a gas grill use two burners set to medium-high heat.

    Chef’s Note: You do not have to let your steak come to room temperature prior to grilling. There is no material difference in cooking time or texture. We just remove from the refrigerator and marinade, season, and throw on the grill after it warms up.

    When is Flank Steak Done

    Take the temperature with an instant read thermometer and measure the thickest part of the steak (we use the Thermoworks Thermapen One as our preferred instant read thermometer).

    • Rare: 120-130 degrees F
    • Medium Rare: 130-140 degrees F
    • Medium: 140-150 degrees F
    • Medium Well: 150-160 degrees F
    • Well Done: 160 degrees F (and not recommended)

    The edges will be done a little more so you can give those to anyone who likes a medium steak.

    Taking the temperature of a grilled flank steak with a Thermoworks MK4 digital thermometer
    Best Instant Read Thermometer on the market is the Thermoworks MK4 Thermapen

    Slicing

    Pay attention to the lines on the steak, as you want to be sure you cut against the grains (or perpendicular to the grains) with a good carving knife, this will keep the cells intact and make for a great tender texture as you eat it. The same technique applies for hanger or skirt (or really any steak for that matter).

    Slices of grilled flank steak on a sheetpan
    Note the grains in the uncut section and how they flow down. Cut perpendicular to grains.

    Making the Salad

    We make this steak salad with romaine lettuce. Then we layer in the additional ingredients including the chimichurri sauce* salad dressing. One salad is good for four people. Layer the salad then the following ingredients. Place steak over the top and add the dressing.

    • Fresh Grilled Corn (or you can use canned corn)
    • Avocado
    • Slices of grape or cherry tomatoes
    • Thinly sliced red onions
    • Juice of a lemon (or grilled lemon)
    • Dust with a touch of kosher salt.

    *Chimichurri sauce is one of my favorite substitutes for dressing with grilled meat. Just a tablespoon or so of chimichurri sauce adds such incredible flavor!

    A bite of a steak salad
    The perfect steak salad.

    More Steak Recipes

    • Carne Asada Steak Tacos
    • New York Strip Steak with Coffee Marinade and Rub 
    • Red Wine Marinaded Grilled Skirt Steak
    • Reverse Seared Smoked Ribeye Steaks
    • Flank Steak with Red Wine Marinade

    Wine Pairing for Grilled Flank Steak Salad

    With this salad, and all of the other fresh ingredients, and herbaceous and acidic chimichurri sauce, I’m reaching for a rosé.

    A salad and a glass of wine

    Between the savory meat, bright chimichurri sauce, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, a rosé is one of the few that will stand up to all of those flavors. You can explore some of our favorite cult rosés in our Vindulge Wine Marketplace or at your favorite wine merchant.

    This recipe was originally published in November of 2019 and updated with additional steps in the recipe and TV segment video.

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    Grilled Flank Steak Salad

    Grilled Flank Steak Salad Recipe with Chimichurri

    Grilled Flank Steak marinated in a savory soy and rosemary mix. Perfect for a hearty salad topped with a decadent chimichurri sauce.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Marinade time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 144kcal
    Author: Mary Cressler | Vindulge
    Cost: $20

    Ingredients

    • 1-2 lb Flank Steak
    • 2 tablespoons dry rub (equal parts salt, pepper, garlic powder)

    Marinade

    • ¼ cup soy sauce
    • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 clove of garlic, smashed and diced
    • ½ tablespoon fresh grated ginger
    • ½ tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely diced
    • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper, a few turns of the grinder

    Salad

    • ⅓ cup chimichurri sauce
    • 2 hearts Romaine lettuce, cleaned and chopped
    • 1 whole avocado, sliced thin
    • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
    • ¼ cup sweet corn, canned or grilled
    • ¼ cup red onion, finely sliced
    • ½ lemon juiced (optional, grilled)
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    Instructions

    To Marinate the Flank Steak

    • In a large freezer bag add all the marinade ingredients and shake, combining all together. Add the meat to the bag, zip it, and try to avoid excess air.
    • Put freezer bag into the refrigerator for a couple of hours (up to six) and occasionally shake it up, making sure the marinade is being evenly distributed to the meat.

    How To Grill Flank Steak

    • Warm up grill to medium high heat using direct method and remove meat from freezer bag. Target 450 – 500 degrees inside the cooking chamber.
    • Sprinkle the meat with dry rub on both sides. 
    • Grill over direct heat for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side for a medium rare steak, but adjust time based on your desired doneness. Check temperature with a good digital thermometer for your desired temp. We aim for 130-135 degrees internal temperature. 
    • Remove from grill and let sit at least 10 minutes to allow juices to settle.
    • Slice across the grain in thin slices and serve over a salad or as a filling for sandwiches. 

    For the Flank Steak Salad

    • Prepare Chimichurri sauce or use your favorite salad dressing.
    • To a large bowl add the romaine, avocado, cherry tomatoes, corn, and onions. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and Chimichurri. Toss salad.
    • Add the flank steak to the salad for a family style meal, or plate the salad, and then add the flank steak for individual portions.

    Notes

    This recipe is great with hanger steak, flat iron, or bavette steak as well.
    Tip: while your meat is grilling, throw on some corn to grill to add as a side or to your salad. Cut a lemon in half and add that to the grill too, until you see char marks. The juice from grilled lemon is incredible and will add great depth to your salad!
    Vindulge Temperature Ranges:
    • Rare: 120-130 degrees F
    • Medium Rare: 130-140 degrees F
    • Medium: 140-150 degrees F
    • Medium Well: 150-160 degrees F
    • Well Done: 160 degrees F (and not recommended)
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 1216mg | Potassium: 532mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 798IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 5mg
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    Comments

    1. John K says

      March 03, 2019 at 11:06 am

      5 stars
      OMG! Made this last night and served with the salad and your Chimichurri recipe and the family is still talking about it this morning! Only change I made was I doubled the garlic in the marinade because we LOVE garlic. This was the first time I’d grilled flank steak and also the first time I made Chimichurri. I also grilled the other half of the lemon and will probably do a whole lemon the next time… and there WILL be a next time! The Chimichurri recipe is perfect for us because you don’t use cilantro and that’s one herb we just don’t like. It’s so good, I’m going to make a batch to freeze up in ice trays to have on hand and I’m already looking for more dishes to use it on.

      Reply
      • Sean Martin says

        March 05, 2019 at 10:45 pm

        John thank you so much for the feedback and so happy you enjoyed it! We love that you modified!

        Reply
    2. Pech says

      June 15, 2018 at 11:47 am

      Flank steak is what I think of as “summer” steak! And, I always like how it’s served already all sliced up which makes it great for a get together for a small group or a family

      Reply
    3. Catherine @ To & Fro Fam says

      June 15, 2018 at 8:33 am

      This is great how you recommend so many ways to use flank steak. It looks super versatile!

      Reply
    4. Erin @ Platings and Pairings says

      June 14, 2018 at 7:33 pm

      5 stars
      Love the tip to grill up some lemon for a bit of smoky acidity too! Plus, obsessed with all your salad topping choices!

      Reply

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