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Grilled Steak Tacos

Grilled Steak Tacos with Fresh Cucumber & Corn Salsa Delight

Enjoy these Grilled Steak Tacos filled with juicy skirt steak and flavorful cucumber and corn salsa, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 1 pound skirt steak Choose high-quality meat for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder Substitute with paprika for milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon Optional for spice-focused rub.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Key flavor component for beef.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
For the Cucumber and Corn Salsa
  • 1 medium English cucumber Persian cucumbers can be used.
  • 1 ear grilled corn Fresh corn is best for vibrant salsa.
  • 1 unit lime Fresh lime juice is crucial.
  • ¼ cup red onion Green onions can replace for milder bite.
  • 1 medium jalapeño Omit for milder salsa.
For the Tacos
  • 8 units corn tortillas Flour tortillas can be used for different texture.
  • 1 unit avocado Guacamole can also work here.
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro Optional, leave out if not a fan.

Equipment

  • Grill

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F, for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, cinnamon, cumin, and salt. Rub this mixture on the skirt steak and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Grill the seasoned skirt steak for 3-5 minutes on each side until crusty and medium-rare.
  4. While the steak rests, grill an ear of corn for 10-12 minutes, rotating every 2-3 minutes.
  5. Dice the cooled corn and cucumber, and combine with jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, and salt in a bowl.
  6. Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain.
  7. Warm corn tortillas on the grill, then fill with sliced steak and top with salsa, avocado, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These tacos are perfect for summer gatherings and can be easily customized with additional toppings.

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