Description
Bring your next taco night to life with these Lime & Cilantro Steak Tacos! This easy dinner idea packs juicy, perfectly seared steak into warm corn tortillas, finished with fresh herbs and a bright burst of lime. Whether you’re after quick weeknight meals, healthy snack options, or flavorful food ideas for guests, this dish checks all the boxes. It’s zesty, bold, and satisfying—ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
1 pound flank steak
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 limes, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
8 small corn tortillas
¼ cup diced onion (optional)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lime juice, lime zest, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
2. Coat the steak with the marinade and let sit for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
3. Heat a grill or skillet over high heat and sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side.
4. Let the steak rest, then slice thinly against the grain.
5. Warm the tortillas in a skillet or over an open flame until soft and slightly charred.
6. Assemble the tacos with sliced steak, fresh cilantro, diced onion, and extra lime juice.
7. Serve warm and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Be sure to slice the steak *against the grain* for maximum tenderness.
Char the tortillas for extra flavor and a bit of crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: steak tacos, taco night, quick dinner, cilantro lime steak, easy taco recipe