Description
Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous Salad is a summer favorite that combines the juicy, smoky flavors of marinated skirt steak with a fresh and vibrant couscous salad. Tender steak, infused with zesty lemon and garlic, pairs perfectly with a refreshing salad enriched with crunchy cucumbers, scallions, and feta cheese. This dish is not just visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With quick prep and minimal cleanup, you’ll impress your family and friends in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs skirt steak
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 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
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Marinate the skirt steak: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat the steak and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the couscous: Prepare according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Mix the salad: In a bowl, combine cooled couscous with remaining marinade, cucumber, scallions, dill, parsley, and feta.
- Grill the steak: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill steak for about 3–4 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let rest before slicing.
- Serve warm alongside couscous salad with an extra squeeze of lemon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg