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Grilled Caprese Flank Steak

Grilled Caprese Flank Steak

Grilled Caprese Flank Steak features a juicy, grilled flank steak topped with a fresh tomato-mozzarella caprese salad for a simple yet impressive main course.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating and Resting Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 37 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 368 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Large zip-top bag (gallon size)
  • mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Wire rack and sheet pan
  • Chef’s knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar divided
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • 0.75 teaspoon ground black pepper divided
  • 8 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls drained
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil plus whole leaves for garnish
  • Optional balsamic glaze for serving

Instructions
 

  • Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper in a small bowl or combine in a ziptop bag.
  • Place the flank steak in a large ziptop bag, pour in the marinade, press out air, and seal the bag.
  • Massage the marinade into the meat and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours.
  • Combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, remaining 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper and chopped basil in a bowl; cover and refrigerate.
  • Remove the steak from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking.
  • Preheat the grill for direct high heat (about 500 °F/260 °C) and clean and oil the grates.
  • Remove the steak from the marinade, let excess drip off, and pat the surface dry with paper towels.
  • Grill the steak for 6-8 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer reads 130 °F/54 °C for medium-rare.
  • Transfer the steak to a rack-lined pan, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 5-10 minutes.
  • Slice the steak thinly against the grain, arrange on a platter, top with the caprese salad, garnish with basil leaves, and drizzle with balsamic glaze if using.

Notes

Do not exceed 12 hours of marinating to avoid a mushy texture. Leftover caprese steak is excellent in salads and in sandwiches, and keeps refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 6ounces steak + ½ cup saladCalories: 368kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 31gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1120mgPotassium: 562mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 478IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 186mgIron: 3mg
Keyword caprese salad, easy dinner, Grilled Caprese Flank Steak, Grilled Steak, Steak Recipe, Summer Recipe
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