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Marinated Flank Steak Tacos with Pico de Gallo

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Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

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You’ve probably heard of Taco Tuesday, right? Restaurants have Taco Tuesday specials to get people in the door at the beginning of the week, people use the hashtag all over Instagram to showcase their delicious looking tacos (of which I’m totally guilty) and no joke, there’s even Taco Tuesday t-shirts! Note to self: Google search for a taco-themed workout tank top tonight.

While that’s all well and good,  Taco Tuesday also makes me a little sad, because growing up, taco night was every night. It’s just how it was. Tacos weren’t designated to a particular day – they were just part of my family’s every day life. And they still are! We eat tacos ALL the time. #blessed

So I’m starting a “make taco night every night” movement. And I think you should totally join me.

Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

If you’re like me and always on the lookout for a simple and wholesome weeknight dinner recipe that doesn’t require spending hours in the kitchen, then you’ll love these Marinated Flank Steak Tacos. Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa made with onions, tomatoes and jalapeños for an added crunch, these tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful.

Plus, they’re so easy to make! Here’s how to get started.

For the Marinated Flank Steak Tacos

First things first – make the marinade for the flank steak. Just combine some olive oil, apple cider vinegar (or other vinegar) and a packet of McCormick Organics Fajita Seasoning Mix in a large ziplock bag or in a baking dish. Add the flank steak to the marinade and toss everything together to fully coat the steak. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

While marinating for the full 8 hours is preferred, anything is better than nothing. If you totally forget to marinate the before you walk out the door in the morning, just do it as soon as you get home. No worries. The marinade with the packet of seasoning mix will do its thing. I chose to use one of the new McCormick Organics Recipe Mixes because not only are they super convenient, but they’re made with REAL ingredients that are certified organic and non-GMO. The new recipe mixes come in family favorite flavors like Taco Seasoning Mix Chili Seasoning Mix, Brown Gravy Mix, and my favorite, the fajita seasoning mix. Bonus points – the Fajita Seasoning Mix is also gluten free! Here’s to you, gluten free friends. 🙂

Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

Once the steak is ready, remove it from the fridge and let it come to room temperature. Then sear it in a hot skillet for 5 to 10 minutes on each side, depending on your preferred level of doneness, making sure to flip it only once. Let it rest for 5 minutes and then slice it thinly against the grain.

Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

For the Pico de Gallo

I like to make this pico de gallo after I’ve removed the steak from the refrigerator and I’m waiting for it to come to room temperature. All you have to do is dice up an extra large onion, some jalapeños, some plum tomatoes, 1/2 a bunch of cilantro and mix it all together in a bowl. Squeeze in some lime juice, add some salt, mix again and taste! Once it’s done, just refrigerate until you’re ready to eat.

This pico de gallo recipe will make a HUGE batch, so you’re more than likely to have some leftovers. Luckily, this pico is great on a lot of things. Most tacos, with tortilla chips, in guacamole, on top of an omelet, with quesadillas, and soo much more!

All that’s left to do is heat up some corn tortillas and assemble the tacos.

Not going to lie, that’s definitely the best part.

Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do.

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4.25 from 12 votes

Marinated Flank Steak Tacos with Pico de Gallo

Serves: 8 servings
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Prep: 8 hours
Cook: 20 minutes
Total : 8 hours 20 minutes
Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

Ingredients

For the tacos

  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, or white vinegar
  • 1 packet McCormick Organics Fajita Seasoning Mix
  • 2 lbs flank steak
  • 16 corn tortillas

For the pico de gallo

  • 1 cup diced white onions
  • 4 large jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
  • 6 cups plum tomatoes, diced (about 3 1/2 )
  • 3/4 cup chopped cilantro, about 1/2 bunch
  • juice of 2 limes, about 3 to 4
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

To marinate the flank steak

  • Combine 2 tbsp of the olive oil, the apple cider vinegar and the packet of McCormick Organics Fajita Seasoning Mix in a large ziplock bag or in a baking dish.
  • Add the flank steak and toss with marinade until fully coated.
  • Seal and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. If short on time, any amount of marinating time is better than none!

To make the tacos

  • Remove marinated flank steak from refrigerator and let it come to room temperature, about 10 to 20 minutes.
  • When ready, heat a large cast iron skillet or saute pan with the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. When pan is piping hot, remove the flank steak from the marinade and place in pan.
  • Sear flank steak by cooking each side for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the meat, making sure to only turn the steak once. Cooking 5 minutes will be on the rare side, 10 will be well done.
  • Once the steak is done, transfer to a large plate or cutting board and let it rest for 5 more minutes.
  • To serve, slice steak thinly against the grain and place in warm corn tortillas. Top it with some fresh pico de gallo, extra cilantro and you're good to go!

To make the pico de gallo

  • Combine onions, jalapeños, tomatoes and chopped cilantro in a large bowl. Squeeze in the juice of 2 limes and add the salt.
  • Mix ingredients together and taste. Add more salt if necessary.
  • Cover and refrigerate until needed.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 2tacos Calories: 382kcal (19%) Carbohydrates: 29g (10%) Protein: 28g (56%) Fat: 17g (26%) Saturated Fat: 5g (25%) Sodium: 755mg (31%) Potassium: 251mg (7%) Fiber: 5g (20%) Sugar: 6g (7%) Vitamin A: 900IU (18%) Vitamin C: 31.4mg (38%) Calcium: 50mg (5%) Iron: 2.9mg (16%)
Author: Isabel Eats
Course:Main
Cuisine:Mexican
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Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)Topped with fresh pico de gallo salsa for an added crunch, these easy-to-make Marinated Flank Steak Tacos are juicy, bright and super flavorful. Perfect for any weeknight meal! (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)

This fresh pico de gallo salsa is made with onions, jalapeños, roma tomatoes, chopped cilantro and freshly squeezed lime juice for some added brightness. Perfect as a topping on your favorite tacos or to eat as a snack with some tortilla chips!(gluten free, dairy free, paleo, vegetarian, vegan)

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  1. Saqib says

    Posted on 9/1 at 10:04 am

    5 stars
    The tacos look tempting. I am trying this tomorrow. They look so delicious I cant wait to try them. Please bring more recipes like this.

    Reply
  2. Charles Pascual says

    Posted on 6/26 at 2:21 pm

    5 stars
    Made up a batch of your taco seasoning recipe & used that in the marinade in place of the McCormick packet. Otherwise, followed the recipe exactly. Delicious, easy prep & cleanup. I tried the leftover pico de gallo on a omelette the next day as you suggested and it also was delicious – the “crunchiness” it adds is especially appealing. We will be making this dish again soon.

    Reply
  3. Varun Sharma says

    Posted on 4/23 at 4:00 am

    5 stars
    I’ve just started cooking flank steak again. This looks delicious and I can’t wait to try it.

    Reply
  4. James says

    Posted on 6/14 at 11:28 pm

    1 star
    You lost me at the seasoning packet. That’s so lame, so awful, and bad for everyone’s health for all the added sodium and sugar. We all have the common pantry spices to do this on our own – so why not make our own?

    Reply
  5. Kimberly Wyatt says

    Posted on 8/5 at 7:54 pm

    Making these tonight

    Reply
    • Isabel says

      Posted on 8/13 at 12:04 pm

      Thanks, Kimberly. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Kendrick says

    Posted on 12/15 at 6:26 pm

    5 stars
    It looks amazing. I am a big fan of tacos. I am going to make this on Tuesday 😉

    Reply
    • Isabel says

      Posted on 12/16 at 3:52 pm

      Thanks! Aren’t tacos just the best? I’d love to know how they turn out. Let me know after you’ve tried them 🙂

      Reply
  7. Megan says

    Posted on 8/28 at 1:31 am

    5 stars
    These look delicious! Can’t wait to try them! It looks pretty easy too!
    -Megan

    Reply
    • Isabel says

      Posted on 8/29 at 10:09 am

      Thank you so much, Megan!

      Reply
  8. Sondra Barker says

    Posted on 8/27 at 1:39 pm

    5 stars
    Tacos are my favorite! Whenever I go to a Mexican restaurant, I always ask for extra pico de gallo.

    Reply
    • Isabel says

      Posted on 8/29 at 10:11 am

      Right?! Because they NEVER give you enough, haha.

      Reply
  9. Sophie says

    Posted on 8/27 at 5:04 am

    5 stars
    I need to start up a taco night! These look delicious.
    Sophie | MapleTreeBlog

    Reply
    • Isabel says

      Posted on 8/29 at 10:11 am

      Thanks, Sophie. You definitely should. Tacos are sooo easy to make.

      Reply
  10. Aurie Jenkins says

    Posted on 8/27 at 12:24 am

    Looks delicious! I can’t wait to make them.

    Reply
  11. The Year Of The Daffodil says

    Posted on 8/26 at 11:05 pm

    These look so delicious and so healthy…these beautiful photos are making me feel quite hungry 🙂

    Reply
  12. Charlotte says

    Posted on 8/26 at 6:34 pm

    Would love some right now! I love mexican dishes and fresh salsa!

    Reply
  13. Stephanie says

    Posted on 8/26 at 3:36 pm

    these look delicious – on the meal planner next week for Taco Tuesday

    Reply

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