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Balsamic Marinated Flank Steak

Related recipes: Main Dishes, Gluten-Free, Low-Calorie, Low-Carbohydrate, Low-Salt, Low-Sugar
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From: The Beef Checkoff

Quick Facts

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cook Time: 20 min.
Total: 30 min.
A balsamic marinade adds plenty of tangy flavor to flank steak. Throw on the grill for a quick and tasty dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 1.5 lb beef flank steak
  • Salt & pepper
  • Balsamic Marinade1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbs olive oil
  • 1 Tbs fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tsp Dijon-style mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp sugar

Directions

  • Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Place beef steak and marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Place steak on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 17 to 21 minutes for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally.
  • Season steak with salt and pepper, as desired. Carve steak crosswise into thin slices.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 186
  Calories from Fat 114 (61%)
(19%)Total Fat 12g
(22%)Saturated Fat 4g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
(15%)Cholesterol 44mg
(3%)Sodium 72mg
(9%)Potassium 310mg
Total Carbohydrate 1g
(0%)Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(34%)Protein 17g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by cooking methods.

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