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Grilled Skirt Steak with Lemon Herb Couscous

A delicious grilled skirt steak served over bright and refreshing lemon herb couscous, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Skirt Steak
  • 1.5 lb skirt steak
  • 0.25 cup olive oil divided
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Couscous Salad
  • 1 cup pearl couscous
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley and mint, chopped
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Method
 

Marinating the Steak
  1. Combine half of the olive oil, lemon zest, and minced garlic in a bowl. Coat the skirt steak evenly and let it marinate for about 30 minutes.
Cooking the Couscous
  1. Cook pearl couscous in salted boiling water until tender and al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Preparing the Salad
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, and chopped herbs. Toss the dressing with the couscous, diced cucumber, and cherry tomatoes.
Grilling the Steak
  1. Heat a grill or cast iron skillet over high heat. Sear the skirt steak for 3–4 minutes per side until nicely browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
  2. Remove the steak from heat and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
Serving
  1. Serve the sliced steak over the lemon herb couscous salad and garnish with extra parsley and mint before serving.

Notes

Marinate the steak for longer, if possible, to enhance flavor. Be careful not to overcook the steak; it’s best served medium-rare to medium for optimal juiciness. Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or avocados for extra texture and taste.