Easy Chili Lime Steak with Avocado Salsa

Hey there, amazing food explorer! 🔥 So here’s the scoop on a recipe that’s become like a delicious member of the family – Easy Chili Lime Steak with Avocado Salsa. Listen, this bad boy isn’t just your average steak; it’s a zesty, tangy, creamy explosion of flavors that’ll have your taste buds doing a happy dance. Trust me, your dinner table (and Instagram feed) NEED this kind of magic.

Okay, funny story — the first time I whipped up this beauty, it was like I could do no wrong. I mean, even my picky eater husband was practically licking the plate clean. Now, it’s the go-to for those chaotic, I-have-no-idea-what’s-for-dinner days. Between family BBQs and surprise guest visits, this dish always saves my bacon (or steak!). It’s like my little culinary superhero.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Chili Lime Steak with Avocado Salsa

– It’s like a fiesta in your mouth with every bite. Who doesn’t love a good party?
– Even when I’m rushing and the kitchen’s a disaster, it still turns out fantastic. It’s a no-fail wonder.
– Kids love it. Adults love it. Pets sniff around for droppings — it’s approval across the board!

How to Make It

Alright, friends, let’s dive in! Start by marinating the steak, which sounds fancy but really isn’t — just toss lime juice, chili powder, and some other random spices you can find into a bag with the steak. Let it sit for a bit; heck, sometimes I forget and it chills in there for hours. When you’re ready, slap that steak on the grill or a piping hot pan. You’re gonna want a nice sear, so let it do its thing and resist the urge to poke it every ten seconds. While that’s working, mash together avocado, tomato, onion, and, optionally, a bit more lime in a bowl. Boom, that’s your salsa ready to mingle with that spicy steak.

Ingredient Notes

– Chili Powder: Oh man, this one brings the kick. Too much, and whoo! Too little, and it’s just not the same.
– Lime Juice: Don’t skip it. I once did — never again. It’s like the magic elixir in this mix.
– Avocado: Perfectly ripe ones are a dream. Tried it with hard avos once — you don’t want to know.

Recipe Steps:

1. Mix lime juice and chili powder, toss steak in, and let it marinate.
2. Grill or pan-sear the steak until it’s just right (medium-rare, if we’re being proper).
3. Mash avocado, tomatoes, and onions together for that fresh salsa.
4. Serve steak with a generous heap of avocado salsa on top, and dig in!

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Don’t be like me and let the avocados brown — toss them in lime ASAP! Trust me on this.

Storage Tips

Alright, here’s the deal. Toss leftovers in an airtight thing-a-ma-jig and pop it in the fridge. Cold steak for breakfast? I say why not. It’s your kitchen, no judgment here.

Variations and Substitutions

Okay, real talk – I once ran out of chili powder and swapped in cayenne. Spicy, but doable! Tamari’s a great swap for soy sauce if gluten’s a no-go. And, skipping the lime once left me with a sad steak, so don’t do that.

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Easy Chili Lime Steak with Avocado Salsa

This zesty and flavorful chili lime steak pairs perfectly with a fresh avocado salsa for a quick and satisfying meal.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb flank steak
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 1.5 tsp chili powder
• ▢ 1 tsp ground cumin
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.5 tsp black pepper
• ▢ 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
• ▢ 2 pcs avocados ripe, diced
• ▢ 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved
• ▢ 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
• ▢ 2 tbsp cilantro chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a small bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice to create the marinade.
• Coat the flank steak evenly with the marinade and let it sit for 10 minutes.
• Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness.
• Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
• In a bowl, combine diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro to make the avocado salsa.
• Serve the sliced steak topped with the avocado salsa.

Notes

For extra heat, add diced jalapenos to the avocado salsa. Leftover steak makes great tacos the next day.