Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa
Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa are a delicious and vibrant dish that brings together smoky, juicy steak and fresh avocado salsa. Perfect for a casual dinner or festive gatherings, this recipe is all about flavor and simplicity. The marinated steak is grilled to perfection, delivering tender slices that pair wonderfully with zesty avocado salsa. Each bite bursts with freshness, making these tacos a crowd-pleaser. Plus, they’re easily customizable to suit any palate. Whether you’re hosting friends or just enjoying a cozy meal at home, these tacos will surely impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces skirt steak
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 pound tomatillos
- 1 jalapeño
- ½ yellow onion
- ¾ cup fresh cilantro
- 6 corn tortillas
- Juice of 1 orange
- Juice of 1 large lime
- ½ teaspoon dry oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- ¼ cup finely chopped white onion for serving
- 6 green onions
Instructions
- Prepare marinade by mixing orange juice, lime juice, paprika, salt, onion powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and cilantro in a bowl.
- Marinate skirt steak for at least 15 minutes.
- Blend tomatillos, yellow onion, garlic, jalapeño, water, cilantro, lime juice, oregano, and salt until chunky to create avocado salsa.
- Grill marinated steak over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side until desired doneness; let rest before slicing.
- Warm corn tortillas on the grill; assemble tacos with sliced steak and top with avocado salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg