Description
The Grilled Steak Stack is an elegant yet easy-to-make dish that layers juicy grilled steak with fresh avocado, grilled tomatoes, and herbs for a vibrant, nutritious meal packed with bold flavors and visual appeal.
Ingredients
Units
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- 1 lb ribeye, sirloin, or flank steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup cherry or heirloom tomatoes, halved or sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), chopped
- Optional: Balsamic glaze or chimichurri sauce, for finishing
Instructions
- Season the steak with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Let it rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet to high heat. Grill steak for 4–5 minutes per side (medium-rare) or to your preferred doneness. Let rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Brush tomatoes lightly with oil and grill cut-side down for 1–2 minutes until charred and softened.
- Slice avocado into uniform pieces.
- Assemble the stack: on each plate, layer grilled steak slices, followed by grilled tomatoes and avocado. Repeat to create height and structure.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and an optional drizzle of balsamic glaze or chimichurri. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Slice avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
- Let steak rest to retain juices and improve slicing.
- Customize with additional toppings like cheese or spicy condiments.
- Use a grill pan indoors if outdoor grilling isn’t available.
- For meal prep, store components separately and assemble before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak stack
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg