Description
Savor the taste of summer with our Balsamic Grilled Flank Steak Caprese. This dish features juicy flank steak marinated in tangy balsamic vinegar, grilled to perfection, and topped with creamy fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil. The vibrant colors and rich flavors make it a delightful centerpiece for barbecues or family dinners. Each bite is a celebration of freshness and savory goodness that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1/4 cup aged balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Coat flank steak in the mixture and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated flank steak for 6-8 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- While resting, combine mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil in a bowl; drizzle with olive oil.
- Serve sliced flank steak topped with Caprese mixture and extra balsamic reduction if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz flank steak with toppings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg