Description
Pesto Steak is a mouthwatering dish featuring grilled flank steak topped with creamy burrata and fresh basil pesto. This simple yet elegant recipe is bursting with bold flavors and makes a perfect centerpiece for summer dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 to 2 lbs flank steak
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 balls burrata cheese (about 4 oz each)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Brush flank steak with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Grill steak for 4–6 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired doneness (130°F for medium-rare). Let rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Slice steak thinly against the grain.
- Arrange steak slices on a platter. Tear burrata and place on top of the steak.
- Drizzle generously with pesto and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve with lemon wedges if desired. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Let steak come to room temperature before grilling for even cooking.
- Use skirt steak or hanger steak as alternatives to flank steak.
- For extra flavor, marinate steak in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 1 hour before grilling.
- Pair with grilled vegetables or a crusty loaf of bread to complete the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg