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Pesto Steak

Juicy Pesto Steak with Creamy Burrata for Summer Grilling

Delicious Pesto Steak recipe featuring juicy grilled flank steak marinated in soy and honey, topped with creamy burrata and vibrant arugula pesto.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Flank Steak The star of the dish.
  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Or vegetable oil as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Brown sugar can be used as an alternative.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Grated or minced for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar White wine vinegar can be used as an alternative.
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce Opt for reduced-sodium if desired.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground offers the best flavor.
For the Pesto
  • 2 cups Arugula Main ingredient for a peppery pesto.
  • 1 cup Basil Essential for a classic pesto.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Nutritional yeast can be used for a vegan option.
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts Walnuts or sunflower seeds can be substitutes.
  • 1 each Lemon Zest Brightens the flavors.
For the Accompaniments
  • 2 ears Corn Fresh corn is ideal; frozen can be a backup.
  • 8 ounces Burrata Cheese Creamy and decadent topping for steak.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • food processor
  • grill
  • Resealable bag
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, honey, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, and black pepper. Whisk until blended. Place flank steak in a resealable bag, pour marinade over the meat, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
  2. In a food processor, add arugula, basil, olive oil, grated parmesan, pine nuts, lemon zest, and minced garlic. Pulse until finely chopped and smooth. Season with black pepper and set aside.
  3. Preheat the grill to about 450°F (232°C). Prep corn by tossing with olive oil and salt.
  4. Grill the marinated flank steak for 3-5 minutes per side until it reaches 132°F (56°C) for medium rare. Let it rest on a cutting board.
  5. Grill corn for approximately 10 minutes, turning until tender and charred. Remove from grill.
  6. Slice rested steak against the grain, serve topped with burrata, grilled corn, and arugula pesto.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the steak to marinate longer for deeper flavor. Always rest the steak before slicing to retain juices.

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