Name: Adobo Flank Steak Tacos
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 160 min
Ingredients: 0.25 cup olive oil; 4 tablespoons lime juice, divided; 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from canned chipotle chiles); 1 teaspoon packed brown sugar; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 0.5 teaspoon salt, divided; 0.5 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt; 1 pound flank steak; 1 ripe avocado, diced; 1 large tomato, diced; 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 0.25 cup diced red onion; 2 tablespoons minced jalapeño pepper; 8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, warmed; 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce

Adobo Flank Steak Tacos

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Lime juice and adobo sauce lend a tangy and smoky flavor to these grilled steak tacos.

Sara Haas, RDN

Updated on July 22, 2020

Prep Time:

30 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs 10 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 40 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 tacos

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes Appropriate Egg Free Gluten-Free Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

¼ cup olive oil
4 tablespoons lime juice, divided
2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from canned chipotle chiles)
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt, divided
½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1 pound flank steak
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 large tomato, diced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup diced red onion
2 tablespoons minced jalapeño pepper
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, warmed
2 cups shredded romaine lettuce

Directions

Combine oil, 2 Tbsp. lime juice, adobo sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and 1/4 tsp. salt in a small bowl. Transfer 2 Tbsp. of the mixture to a separate small bowl. Stir in yogurt; cover and refrigerate.
Place steak in a glass dish and pour the remaining adobo mixture over the steak, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 12 hours, flipping halfway through.
Combine avocado, tomato, cilantro, onion, jalapeño, and the remaining 2 Tbsp. lime juice and 1/4 tsp. salt in a medium bowl; toss to combine.
Preheat grill to medium-high. Lightly oil the grill grates (see Tip). Remove the steak from the marinade (discard the marinade). Grill the steak until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 125 degrees F for medium-rare, about 4 minutes per side. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Thinly slice the steak against the grain.
To assemble: Divide the steak among the tortillas. Top each with a generous 1 Tbsp. yogurt sauce, about 1/3 cup avocado salsa, and 1/4 cup lettuce.

Tips

To make ahead: Prepare marinade and sauce (Step 1) and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Marinate steak (Step 2) for up to 12 hours.

Tip: To oil grill rack: Rub an oil-soaked paper towel over the grates (use tongs to hold the paper towel). Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

491	Calories
29g	Fat
29g	Carbs
31g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 491
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 29g	11%
Dietary Fiber 7g	25%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 31g	62%
Total Fat 29g	37%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Cholesterol 72mg	24%
Sodium 423mg	18%
Potassium 884mg	19%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.