**Salsa Steak for One: A Flavorful and Easy Weeknight Meal**
Craving a delicious and satisfying meal but cooking for just one? Look no further than salsa steak! This simple yet flavorful dish is packed with bold flavors and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a solo lunch. In this article, we'll guide you through three mouthwatering recipes for salsa steak, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. Whether you prefer a classic salsa steak, a zesty lime-cilantro version, or a smoky chipotle variation, we have a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds. So, grab your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and get ready to enjoy a flavorful and satisfying salsa steak meal for one.
STEAK WITH CITRUS SALSA
A lime juice marinade really perks up these grilled steaks, and the snappy, light citrus salsa is a super change from the usual heavy steak sauce. I brighten up winter meals by broiling the meat and serving it this way. -Kathleen Smith, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a shallow dish, combine the first six ingredients; add beef. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. , Drain and discard marinade. Broil or grill steak, uncovered, over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). , Combine salsa ingredients in a bowl. Cut steak across the grain into thin slices. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 719mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SALSA STEAK GARLIC TOASTS
These open-faced steak sandwiches play up the popular combo of steak and garlic bread. The salsa, sour cream and garnish elevate it into quick, satisfying meal. Substitute chopped green onions or chives for the cilantro if desired. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare garlic toast according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Saute steak until no longer pink, 3-5 minutes; drain. Stir in salsa; cook and stir until heated through. Serve over toast. Top with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 721mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
STEAK WITH OLIVE SALSA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to high. Combine the oil, garlic and rosemary in a shallow dish. Add the lamb, turn to coat and season with salt and pepper. Mix the parsley and olives in a bowl.
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon into a bowl. Put the peppers skin-side down on the grill; cook until blistered, brushing with the lemon juice and seasoning with salt, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter.
- Meanwhile, grill the remaining 2 lemons cut-side down until charred, about 5 minutes; set aside. Grill the scallions, turning, until tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and coarsely chop, then add to the olive mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the lamb until marked, about 4 minutes per side for medium rare. (A thermometer inserted into the thickest part should register 140 degrees F.) Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes. Slice against the grain, add to the platter and top with the scallion-olive mixture. Squeeze the grilled lemons on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 95 milligrams, Sodium 313 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 31 grams
FLANK STEAK WITH SALSA VERDE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make the salsa verde: Pulse the parsley, scallions, capers, lemon zest and juice, anchovies, garlic, mustard and olive oil in a food processor until slightly chunky. Pour into a bowl and season with salt.
- Preheat a grill to high or place a grill pan over high heat. Pierce the steak all over with a fork and season with salt and pepper. Oil the grill or pan; grill the steak, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, turning once. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Thinly slice the steak against the grain. Serve with the tomatoes and salsa verde.
GRILLED CHILE FLANK STEAK WITH SALSA
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, steaks and chops, main course
Time 45m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the orange juice, chile powder, oregano and 1 teaspoon salt. Place steak in a large glass or ceramic container and coat all over with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- To make the salsa, light a grill, keeping a small area unlit for indirect heat. Grill pineapple over direct heat until charred on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes a side.
- Toss the tomatillos, onion, jalapeños and garlic with olive oil, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Place the garlic over indirect heat, cut-side down, and grill until charred and somewhat tender, 6 to 10 minutes (do not turn). Grill the onion, cut-side down over direct heat, until well charred, 3 to 5 minutes (do not turn). Grill the tomatillos and jalapeños over direct heat on both sides until they are tender and blistered, 1 to 3 minutes a side.
- When cool enough to handle, peel onion and coarsely chop it and tomatillos and jalapeños. Squeeze the garlic from the peel and mash with the flat side of a knife, then chop. In a bowl, combine vegetables, half the garlic and the pineapple. Toss in cilantro and season with a squeeze of lime juice and salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill steak until done to taste, about 2 to 4 minutes a side. Let rest for 10 minutes, then smear the remaining garlic on top. Carve steak against the grain and serve with the salsa and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 222, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 434 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
SLICED STEAK WITH ROASTED-CORN SALSA
Categories Beef Tomato Quick & Easy Dinner Steak Corn Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Jalapeño Cilantro Gourmet Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare grill for cooking.
- Make corn salsa:
- Heat a dry large cast-iron skillet over moderately high heat until hot, then pan-roast corn, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
- Cook white part of scallions in butter with garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon each cumin and chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until scallions are tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in corn, tomatoes, and jalapeños.
- Grill steak:
- Combine remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and sprinkle on both sides of steak. Grill, turning once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into thickest part of meat registers 130°F, 18 to 20 minutes total for medium-rare. Transfer steak to a grooved cutting board and let stand 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.
- While steak is standing, reheat corn mixture over moderate heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in cilantro and scallion greens.
- Spoon corn on top of sliced steak and pour over any accumulated juices.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the steak in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- To make the salsa, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and cilantro.
- If you like your salsa spicy, add more jalapeño pepper.
- Serve the steak and salsa with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or tortillas.
Conclusion:
Salsa steak is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover steak. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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