Caprese Salad with Grilled Flank Steak
Juicy grilled flank steak crowns a Caprese of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil over tender butter lettuce. The bright balsamic and olive oil bring tang and richness, while garlicky notes perfume every bite. Ideal for a light yet satisfying summer dinner when you want fresh flavors with a touch of char.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a bowl, then toss to coat.
- 2
Cover the bowl and refrigerate.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Place the steak in a large resealable bag; add 1 clove minced garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 5
Seal the bag and rub to spread the oil mixture over the steak.
- 6
When the grill is hot, cook the steak to your preferred doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium.
- 7
Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center; it should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
- 8
Let the steak rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly across the grain.
- 9
Arrange the lettuce on 4 serving plates.
- 10
Drizzle 1 1/2 teaspoons each of balsamic vinegar and olive oil over each lettuce portion.
- 11
Divide the steak and tomato mixture evenly among the salads.
- Calories 1593.78 kcal High
- Protein 38.68 g Good Source
- Carbs 27.51 g Moderate
- Total Fat 151.67 g High
- Saturated Fat 27.92 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 116.5 mg High
- Sodium 869.39 mg High
- Fiber 3.05 g Moderate
- Sugar 7.14 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 437.4 mg Good Source
- Iron 3.68 mg Good Source
- Potassium 846.71 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 284.58 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 41.79 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.23 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Caprese Salad with Grilled Flank Steak is an Italian dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Butter Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 1593.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Caprese Salad with Grilled Flank Steak?
- It is an Italian salad recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Caprese Salad with Grilled Flank Steak made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Butter Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Caprese Salad with Grilled Flank Steak?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Caprese Salad with Grilled Flank Steak?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1593.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Caprese Salad with Grilled Flank Steak easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 11 steps.
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