Southwest Herb Flank Steak

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
37%
Southwest Herb Flank Steak
40 min.
4
173kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion? Introducing the Southwest Herb Flank Steak, a delightful recipe that combines the rich, savory taste of flank steak with the vibrant freshness of tomatoes and herbs. This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also adheres to a low FODMAP diet, making it a fantastic choice for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 40 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that serves four, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The marinade, featuring zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, and oregano, infuses the steak with a tantalizing flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. The broiling technique ensures a beautifully charred exterior while keeping the inside juicy and tender.

Imagine slicing into this succulent steak, topped with lightly browned tomatoes that add a burst of sweetness and color to your plate. Whether you serve it for lunch or dinner, this dish is sure to impress. Pair it with a simple salad or your favorite side dish, and you have a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Get ready to savor the taste of the Southwest with this easy-to-follow recipe that’s perfect for any home cook!

Ingredients

  • pound flank steak 
  • cup plum tomatoes chopped (roma) (4 to 6 tomatoes)
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime 
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • ziploc bags
  • slotted spoon
  • broiler pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Score steak on both sides; place in large resealable food-storage plastic bag or ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
  2. In medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients; spoon over steak. Seal bag or cover baking dish with plastic wrap.
  3. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes.
  4. Set oven control to broil. Spray broiler pan with cooking spray.
  5. Place steak on pan; brush with liquid from bag or dish. Reserve tomatoes. Broil with top of steak 4 to 6 inches from heat 10 to 15 minutes or until steak is desired doneness, turning once.
  6. With slotted spoon, spoon tomatoes onto steak; discard remaining liquid. Broil 3 to 5 minutes longer until tomatoes are lightly browned.
  7. Cut steak diagonally across grain into thin slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories173kcal
Protein58.66%
Fat30.9%
Carbs10.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.75
Glycemic Load
0.62
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.579565317734%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.36mg
Naringenin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:173.16kcal
8.66%
Fat:5.85g
9.01%
Saturated Fat:2.39g
14.93%
Carbohydrates:4.45g
1.48%
Net Carbohydrates:3.14g
1.14%
Sugar:1.86g
2.07%
Cholesterol:68.04mg
22.68%
Sodium:209.15mg
9.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25g
50.01%
Selenium:33.53µg
47.9%
Vitamin B6:0.75mg
37.63%
Vitamin B3:7.5mg
37.48%
Zinc:4.49mg
29.94%
Phosphorus:247.37mg
24.74%
Vitamin B12:1.03µg
17.2%
Potassium:561.91mg
16.05%
Vitamin C:12.75mg
15.46%
Vitamin K:14.83µg
14.12%
Iron:2.39mg
13.26%
Vitamin A:541.76IU
10.84%
Magnesium:36.12mg
9.03%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.88%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
7.99%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.33%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.32%
Folate:28.27µg
7.07%
Copper:0.13mg
6.52%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.12%
Fiber:1.31g
5.24%
Calcium:52.1mg
5.21%