Grilled Flank Steak with Tomato Salad

Juicy marinated steak paired with fresh tomato salad—a flavorful, blood sugar–friendly meal ideal for clean eating and satiety.

Grilled Flank Steak with Tomato Salad

Juicy marinated steak paired with fresh tomato salad—a flavorful, blood sugar–friendly meal ideal for clean eating and satiety.

Grilled Flank Steak with Tomato Salad

Juicy marinated steak paired with fresh tomato salad—a flavorful, blood sugar–friendly meal ideal for clean eating and satiety.

4

20 min

10 min

30 min

🍽️ Servings

⏱️ Prep

🔥 Cook

⌛ Total

Ingredients

For the Steak:

  • 1 lb flank steak

  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried)

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the Tomato Salad:

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, oil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour over steak in a zip-top bag and marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours).

  2. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill steak for 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare.

  3. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.

  4. Toss tomatoes, onion, basil, olive oil, and vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Serve steak slices with tomato salad.

Nutrition

(per serving)

280

6

28

16

🔥 Calories (kcal)

🍞 Carbs (g)

💪 Protein (g)

🥑 Fat (g)

Tips

  • Marinate overnight for maximum flavor without added carbs.

  • Use grass-fed steak for leaner protein and better fat profile.

  • Swap cherry tomatoes for heirlooms or grape tomatoes for variety.

  • Add arugula or mixed greens for more fiber without raising carbs.

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Let us know in your next appointment! >

Author

Katrina Shellhouse

Over 10 years of experience in diabetes care and weight management, combining her background in nutrition from culinary school and a Bachelor of Science degree in dietetics. As a wife and mother of three, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and grocery shopping on a budget. Katrina is fueled by her own passion to help clients make meaningful yet achievable lifestyle changes, and she has even lost 80 lbs recently through her diet and strength training journey!

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