Grilled Flank Steak With Pesto- NoRecipeRequired.com

flank steak

🥗Healthier: sirloin

💰Cheaper: chuck steak

Sirloin is leaner and often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

Take the flank steak out of the fridge 45 minutes before cooking.

Season both sides of the flank steak with a good amount of salt and black pepper.

Thump the flank steak with your hand to tenderize it slightly.

Preheat the grill to 500°F.

Add olive oil to both sides of the flank steak before placing it on the grill.

Place the flank steak on the grill and let it sear without touching it for about 4 minutes.

After 4 minutes, check for grill marks and a good crust, then flip the steak over.

Apply pesto on the first side of the steak after flipping it.

Let the steak cook on the second side for about 3 minutes, adding more pesto on this side as well.

Turn off the heat and let the steak rest with the lid closed for about 30 seconds before removing it from the grill.

Wrap the steak in aluminum foil and let it rest for a good 5 minutes before slicing.

Slice the flank steak against the grain into 1/4 inch pieces.

Plate the sliced steak and optionally add more fresh pesto on top.

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