Description
Indulge in the delicious fusion flavors of this Balsamic Caprese Grilled Flank Steak. Tender grilled steak topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with a balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
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For the marinade and dressing:
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 large garlic clove minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the steak and topping:
- 2 pounds flank steak
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil thinly sliced
- Optional balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Marinade and Dressing: Whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate steak in half the mixture. Refrigerate for 4-12 hours.
- Grilling: Grill steak for 3–5 minutes per side. Grill tomatoes until blistered. Rest steak, then slice thinly.
- Assembly: Arrange steak slices on a platter. Top with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Drizzle with reserved dressing or balsamic glaze.
Notes
- If preferred, roast tomatoes at 400°F for 10 minutes.
- For richer flavor, add a splash of balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes plus marinating time
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 351 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
