Best 7 Cuban Flank Steak With Avocado And Tomato Salad Recipes

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**Cuban Flank Steak with Avocado and Tomato Salad: A Journey of Flavor and Tradition**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the vibrant streets of Havana with our Cuban Flank Steak with Avocado and Tomato Salad recipe. This tantalizing dish combines the savory richness of marinated flank steak, the zesty freshness of a vibrant avocado and tomato salad, and the aromatic notes of traditional Cuban spices. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Cuba, leaving your taste buds captivated.

Alongside the main course, this article also features a delightful selection of Cuban-inspired recipes to complement your culinary exploration. Discover the secrets to creating perfect Cuban Black Beans and fluffy Cuban Rice, essential accompaniments that will elevate your meal to a feast. For those craving a refreshing side dish, the Avocado and Tomato Salad is a vibrant symphony of flavors, while the Cuban Mojo Sauce adds a zesty kick to any dish.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary journey, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through each recipe with ease. Prepare to impress your family and friends with an authentic Cuban feast that will leave them craving more. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on this flavorful expedition into the heart of Cuban cuisine.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED STEAK SALAD WITH TOMATOES & AVOCADO



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My family loves a good steak dinner, but with busy schedules, I'm often thinking about ways to put new and simple twists on things. This salad is flavored with the freshness of lemon and cilantro and is one of my husband's favorite weeknight dishes. -Lyndsay Wells, Ladysmith, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 beef top sirloin steak (1-1/4 inches thick and 1-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 teaspoons Creole seasoning
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed (1/2 inch)

Steps:

  • Rub both sides of steak with oil; sprinkle with Creole seasoning. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand 5 minutes., In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, beans, green onions, cilantro, lemon zest, lemon juice and salt; gently stir in avocado. Cut steak into slices; serve with bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AVOCADO SALAD CUBAN STYLE



Avocado Salad Cuban Style image

Very easy and delicious salad

Provided by Lynn Clay

Categories     Fruit Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ripe avocados, sliced thinly
1 c cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
1/2 large sweet red onion, sliced into rings
2 Tbsp cilantro, fresh
sea salt
DRESSING
1/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
juice of 3 limes (about 1/4 cup)
1/2 pkg sazon goya
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Blanch the bell pepper by putting in a small bowl and microwaving on high for about 40 seconds. Let cool.
  • 2. For the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, Sazón Goya Complete and the cooled red bell pepper.
  • 3. Arrange red onions and tomatoes on a plate, top with sliced avocados.
  • 4. Salt the avocados.
  • 5. Pour dressing over everything.
  • 6. Top with fresh cilantro.

CUBAN SALAD



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Cuban salads typically are refreshing, yet uncomplicated, and they're always a nice addition to what often can be a heavy Cuban meal. Served with a loaf of crusty Cuban bread isn't a bad idea either!

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
4 medium tomatoes (such as Campari®), cut into wedges
2 medium avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
½ (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine romaine, tomatoes, avocados, onion, and black beans in a large bowl; toss to combine.
  • Whisk lime juice, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. While constantly whisking, stream in the olive oil until dressing is well combined.
  • Drizzle some of the dressing over the salad, toss, taste, and add more dressing if desired. If there's any extra dressing, refrigerate for later use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Fat 43.7 g, Fiber 16.1 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 384.7 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

STEAK AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Steak and Avocado Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: sirloin steak, salt, pepper, oil, romaine lettuce, hard-boiled eggs, avocados, cherry tomato, caesar dressing

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb sirloin steak, about ½ inch (1cm) thick
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons oil
2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped
3 hard-boiled eggs, diced
2 avocados, diced
2 cups cherry tomato, halved
3 tablespoons caesar dressing

Steps:

  • Salt and pepper the steak on both sides, being sure to rub in the seasoning.
  • Heat the oil in a pan over high heat until slightly smoking.
  • Sear the steak for about 2 minutes per side.
  • Rest the steak on a cutting board for 10 minutes.
  • Slice the steak.
  • In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, eggs, avocados, cherry tomatoes, steak, and dressing.
  • Toss the salad until evenly coated and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 4 grams

FLAT BELLY - CUBAN STEAK W/AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Flat Belly - Cuban Steak w/Avocado Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Treebs

Number Of Ingredients 15

MOJO SAUCE
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tbsp water
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
STEAK AND SALAD
1 lb flank steak
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • 1.) To prepare the mojo sauce: Whisk the oil, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, water, cumin, oregano, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined. reserve 1/4 cup of the mixture in a small bowl. Place the beef in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. 2.) Preheat a barbecue grill to med-hot. Meanwhile, remove the steak from the marinade (discard the used marinade)and allow the steak to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. 3.) Grill the steak over direct heat, turning 2 or 3 times, for 8 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 145 degree F for medium-rare/160 degree f for medium/165 degree F for well-done. Remove from the grill and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. 4.) To prepare the salad: Combine the avocado, onion, and reserved marinade in a medium bowl. Toss to coat.

GRILLED FLANK STEAK WITH TOMATO AVOCADO AND CUCUMBER



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Make and share this Grilled Flank Steak With Tomato Avocado and Cucumber recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Steak

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (2 1/4 lb) flank steaks, trimmed
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
cooking spray
1 (3/4 lb) cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 cups grape tomatoes
2 cups torn bibb lettuce
1 1/2 cups diced peeled avocados
1/3 cup vertically sliced red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons minced seeded serrano chilies
1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To prepare steak, place steak in a large shallow dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons juice, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon pepper; rub into steak. Cover; let steak stand at room temperature for 20 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare grill.
  • Remove steak from dish; discard marinade. Sprinkle steak with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place steak on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 8 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Let stand 10 minutes before thinly slicing.
  • To prepare salad, combine cucumber, tomatoes, lettuce, avocado, and onion in a large bowl. Combine cilantro and the remaining ingredients. Drizzle cilantro mixture over cucumber mixture; toss gently. Serve with steak.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.8, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 52.3, Sodium 185.4, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 28.6

CUBAN MARINATED STEAK



Cuban Marinated Steak image

This Latin-inspired steak pairs perfectly with rice and beans. Slice leftovers really thin and serve on crusty day-old rolls for an amazing lunch or snack afterwards.

Provided by Michael Batt

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ teaspoon cumin seeds
¼ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons Montreal-style steak seasoning
2 ¼ teaspoons lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ pounds beef rib-eye steaks

Steps:

  • Place cumin seeds into a small skillet over medium heat; stir constantly until seeds turn dark brown and smell toasted, about 1 minute. Immediately pour seeds into a bowl to stop the cooking. Mix cumin seeds with orange juice, vegetable oil, steak seasoning, lime juice, and oregano in a bowl.
  • Place steaks into a large resealable plastic bag, pour orange juice marinade over the meat, and squeeze out air. Seal bag and turn it over several times to coat meat with marinade. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes, or longer for extra flavor.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove steaks from marinade, shaking off any excess. Discard used marinade. Grill steaks on the preheated grill until seared on the outsides and still slightly pink in the centers, 6 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read meat thermometer inserted sideways into the center of the thickest steak should read 145 degrees F (65 degrees C). Let steaks rest for 3 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 59.4 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1428.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

  • To ensure the flank steak is tender, use a meat mallet to pound it evenly before marinating.
  • For the marinade, use a combination of citrus juices, garlic, cumin, oregano, and olive oil to infuse the steak with flavor.
  • Allow the steak to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
  • When grilling the steak, cook it over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
  • Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing against the grain to ensure tenderness.
  • For the avocado and tomato salad, use ripe avocados and tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.
  • Add a squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro to the salad for extra freshness and brightness.
  • Serve the flank steak with the avocado and tomato salad, and enjoy a delicious and flavorful meal.

Conclusion:

This Cuban flank steak with avocado and tomato salad is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend gathering. The flank steak is tender and juicy, while the avocado and tomato salad is refreshing and light. This recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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