Description
A vibrant summer dish featuring grilled flank steak served with fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Get your grill heated to medium-high.
- Season the flank steak: Generously sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides and drizzle with olive oil.
- Grill the flank steak: Place on the grill for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- Rest the steak: Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes on a cutting board.
- Plate the accompaniments: Arrange sliced tomatoes and mozzarella on a serving platter.
- Slice the grilled flank steak: Cut against the grain into thin slices and place on top of the tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Garnish and drizzle: Sprinkle fresh basil over the top and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Serve and enjoy: Present your masterpiece and enjoy!
Notes
For even more flavor, marinate the flank steak the night before. Avoid overcooking by using a meat thermometer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: grilled steak, caprese, summer recipe, fresh ingredients, Italian cuisine