Skirt Steak With Salsa Verde Salad Recipe (2024)

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Skirt Steak With Salsa Verde Salad Recipe (1)

Total Time
35 minutes, plus marinating
Rating
5(1,427)
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Salsa verde made with scallions, mint, parsley, capers and garlic becomes both the marinade for the steak and the dressing for the greens in this summery dinner salad. For extra smoky flavor, try grilling the romaine hearts (drizzle with olive oil and grill, cut side down, until lightly charred). Or, if you love bitter greens, substitute roughly chopped escarole leaves for the romaine.

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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings

  • pounds skirt steak
  • ½cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼cup red-wine vinegar
  • ¼cup thinly sliced scallions (about 2)
  • 2tablespoons capers, drained and roughly chopped
  • 1tablespoon minced garlic (about 2 large cloves)
  • ½teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • ½teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 2tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 2tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • ¼cup toasted pine nuts
  • 2romaine hearts
  • ½cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces)

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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

717 calories; 60 grams fat; 16 grams saturated fat; 1 gram trans fat; 33 grams monounsaturated fat; 7 grams polyunsaturated fat; 8 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 40 grams protein; 705 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Skirt Steak With Salsa Verde Salad Recipe (2)

Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    If necessary, cut the steak crosswise into large pieces that will fit into a shallow, nonreactive dish. Transfer the steaks to the dish. In a glass measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, scallions, capers, garlic, ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Pour about ⅓ of the dressing (about ⅓ cup) over the steak and turn to coat both sides.

  2. Step

    2

    Add the parsley and 1 tablespoon mint to the reserved dressing, stir, and set aside until ready to use. Cover and refrigerate the steak for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours. (If marinating the steak overnight, cover and refrigerate the reserved dressing.)

  3. Step

    3

    In a small sauté pan set over medium heat, toast the pine nuts, tossing often, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Set aside.

  4. Step

    4

    Set the grill to medium-high heat, or heat a grill pan on the stovetop over medium-high. Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel and grill for 3 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with salt, and allow to rest for 10 minutes.

  5. Step

    5

    While the steak rests, cut the romaine hearts lengthwise into quarters. Arrange the romaine hearts in one layer on a large platter, leaving room on one side for the steak. Sprinkle the feta, pine nuts and the remaining 1 tablespoon mint over the romaine. Slice the steak crosswise into 3-inch pieces, then slice against the grain to cut the steak into wide strips. Arrange the sliced steak on the platter, then drizzle the reserved dressing over the romaine and steak. Serve immediately.

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Sam

A new favorite. Followed the instructions precisely and it was perfection. Only marinated the skirt steak for one hour and it was like butter. We used a cast iron skillet because we have no grill. Seared the fatter steaks for 4 minutes per side and 1 minute less on the thinner pieces. Grill schmill, this was gorgeous.

BM

We made this tonight, it was delicious! I substituted fresh dill for the mint and added a bit more garlic. Fabulous!

Janet R.

This recipe sounded good and somehow I had all the ingredients except the fresh mint, plus there was a snowstorm all day, so no way was I driving 9 miles to the grocery store, where they were likely all out of mint. So I ripped open a peppermint teabag and put about 1/2 tsp into the marinade/dressing. Worked out just fine.

KC

Made it a little more of a rounded meal by throwing a substantial handful of cooked chilled Farro on top of the lettuce before the feta, pine nuts and dressing, along with a few halved cherry tomatoes for good measure. Delicious!

cookingandcooking

Great recipe! One note add some source of sugar to the marinade/dressing. Way too acidic without it. You can use brown sugar or honey

katie

Really enjoyed this. I made it for a mixed crowd (in ages) so kept the salad in another bowl and kept the extra salsa verde dressing on the side. Everyone loved it.

Tara

I added pomegranate seeds to the salad...sooo good!

jennifer kriz

overmarinated, not alot of flavor--better to marinate at room temp for an hour (not 24)

Jess

Delicious. I doubled the dressing and grilled the romaine (brushed it with the steak marinade and popped it on the grill for a minute per side. The idea of adding farro to the salad is a great one. I may make this in the future for the salad alone.

Kim in MN

Is it possible you didn't slice it against the grain? It is tough as a shoe if it isn't sliced correctly.

Kim in MN

The only change I made was substituting thinner rib eye for skirt because we couldn't find skirt (hello Minnesota who doesn't think skirt steak is worthwhile). Great recipe. We grilled the romaine.

Joanna

Substituted lamb chops for the beef. The mint and feta was a great combo with the lamb. Napa cabbage fresh from our CSA share subbed for the Romaine. While meal was terrific.

Susan

Sooooo delicious and a very satisfying low carb meal. It also works well subbing fish in for the protein. I use swordfish or halibut which only needs 20 min in the marinade and then panfry (3-4min per side depending on fillet thickness and desired doneness).

Donnushka

Use the outside skirt steak which is more tender.

Jane

The salsa was amazing! However I don’t think it added much flavor as a marinade even after six hours. Next time, I will probably cook a good cut of steak (or other meat) then just add the salsa to that and the salad afterwards. I added some lime juice and olive oil to make the salsa go a bit further.

my notes

Would ya’ll think this marinade would keep well if made and stored a day or two in advance? Needing an easy, pre-concert meal and wanted to make this (already quick) recipe a bit easier to throw together.

Arbanas family

We loved it. I used flank steak leftovers from fajitas. What a great way to use it up!

CC in DC

Delicious!! Used a cast iron skillet because I have no grill pan or grill and the steak came out just fine. Marinated for an hour and the meat was tender and so so delicious. Doubled up on the pine nuts and feta for thrills.

Doreen

Wow! Just wow! Only marinated about 30 minutes and subbed pecans for pine nuts. Delicious plus!!

Jackie

This was so good! After reading the reviews, I actually doubled the dressing, and decided to add more vegetables, grilled corn grilled asparagus and added cherry tomatoes for color. The combined flavors were fabulous! I also toasted more pinenuts than the recipe called for. So healthy and soooo good….this of this was incredible. My husband loved it and wants it not in “the one hit wonder” category. I love NYT cooking and have made sooooo many incredible meals from to

Tara

Made many subs / omissions since we were on vacation. Some of them were pretty egregious due to what was available, but it still turned out GREAT. Adding to my summer rotation and will make a batch of the dressing to have on hand.- Cilantro vs parsley- ACV vs red wine vinegar- Tri tip vs skirt steak (I didn’t do the grilling, so not sure how time compares - for marinade, 1 hr still worked)- Skipped pine nuts, capers- Grilled romaine as suggested

Kelly from Brooklyn

Basically doubled the marinade/dressing and added sliced Kalamata olives as well. So good. Second time making and the butcher had flank but no skirt. Flank also worked very well. Served with a small amount of oven roasted baby yellow potatoes on the side. Loved by all.

Joe

Add some lemon juice to the remainder of the dressing. We substituted basil for mint and it still worked great!

jamily

Fantastic and delicious salad. We added corn and nectarines and it was an awesome summery addition.

Lisa

Very tasty, followed recipe but didn’t grill romaine.

Sue

Delicious! Subbed in shallots for the scallions and walnuts for the pine nuts and it was a delicious meal. The capers and fresh mint make this a perfect summer evening meal. Served with some grilled portobello mushrooms.

G

Wouldn’t change a thing!

Lisa V

A great meal! I did add a pinch of sugar to the marinade/dressing to tone down the acidity.

Bellaverdi

The salsa verdi is brilliant. I marinated a tender cut (being the weekend), for 5 hours. Grilled just right. Used salsa as a topping for grilled meat, as well as the romaine. Don’t forget the browned pine nuts!

Robin

This was very good. Made it exactly as directed. Only difference was I couldn't find skirt steak ( I live in Southern California) The meat guy at my market gave me USDA Choice sirloin flap meat. He said it was the same thing. I looked it up after I got home and found that it wasn't. but it was still delicious, Just didn't cook it as long. Tender, flavorful..Just delicious!

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Skirt Steak With Salsa Verde Salad Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How do you make skirt steak not tough? ›

Because this is a tougher cut, it's best to marinate skirt steak before cooking it. This will help to tenderize the protein and it will allow you to customize the flavors of the steak.

What is good with salsa verde? ›

Tacos, burritos, tostadas, quesadillas, any and all tortilla-based meals. Drizzling salsa verde over the chorizo, chicken, refried beans, or whatever else tops that tortilla is an instant hit of flavor that transcends tired old pico de gallo (we still love you though, pico).

Is it better to cut skirt steak before or after cooking? ›

I will say though, normally when we think of steak for fajitas or stir fries, we think of cutting the steak first and then cooking it. With skirt steak, it turns out much better if you cook it whole first, then let it rest, and then slice it and add it to your dish like I do for my grilled steak fajitas.

Do you rinse skirt steak before cooking? ›

No, you should not rinse steak—or most other meat for that matter. "You should not rinse freshly cut steaks, chops, or even chicken breast,” World Master Chef Fred Tiess tells Southern Living.

How do restaurants get skirt steak so tender? ›

Marinating skirt steak with an acid such as citrus or vinegar chemically breaks down the tough fibers so it not only becomes buttery tender but drinks up notes of the marinade whether that's lime juice, lemon juice, orange juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire, or vinegar.

What is the difference between salsa Mexican and salsa verde? ›

Salsa verde, or green salsa, is growing in popularity as more people are willing to try different salsa beyond the common salsa roja. Instead of red tomatoes, salsa verde uses tomatillos. Tomatillos are closely related to tomatoes, but it is important to know that they are not simply unripe or baby tomatoes.

Is chili verde and salsa verde the same? ›

Chili verde is a whole dish with ingredients like slow-cooked pork shoulder, tomatillos, and sometimes potatoes. Most people would consider it a stew, more than a soup. Its flavors come from a sauce called salsa verde.

How do you make store-bought salsa verde better? ›

At the very least, a little fresh lime juice and some minced cilantro can wake up even the sleepiest of salsas, ushering back in the flavor of just-squeezed citrus and herbs that taste like they came from a living plant. Beyond that, a crunchy raw vegetable or two never hurts.

How is skirt steak best cooked? ›

The best texture comes with just a few minutes of contact on the heated surface and results in medium-rare doneness. Skirt steak is thin and lean, so going past medium-rare or medium doneness will yield an extremely dry and chewy steak. Cook it hot! Cook it fast with high heat, instead of low heat for slow cooking.

Why is my skirt steak so tough? ›

Skirt steak can be a little tough due to the amount of connective tissue, so it needs careful preparation when cooking to maximize tenderness.

Should skirt steak be room temperature before cooking? ›

Once thawed, remove your steak from the refrigerator approximately 30–40 minutes before cooking to allow the steak to come to room temperature. If you choose to use a marinade, place your steak in a bowl or resealable plastic bag and add the marinade.

Do I need to cut fat off skirt steak? ›

Fat = flavor and juiciness, so don't worry about trimming too much! You want to trim just enough that most of the meat surface is exposed, but there's no need to work your knife in between the meat fibers to get at the deeply situated fat striations. They'll help the meat cook better.

Can you cook skirt steak without marinating? ›

Outside skirt steak: It's longer, tender, and less coarse than the inside skirt steak, being about 3-4 inches wide and ½ to 1-inch thick. This is the cut we used to cook skirt steak with coarse salt (or you can use a dry rub if you prefer)! We didn't have to marinate it!

What's the difference between flank steak and skirt steak? ›

What's the Difference Between Skirt and Flank Steak? While they're both from the group known as “flat steaks” and have deep, beefy flavor, there are a few differences; namely, skirt steak is longer, thinner and richer in flavor than flank steak. Shape: Skirt steak is a much longer, narrower and thinner cut.

What to do with tough cooked skirt steak? ›

Simmer in liquid. Just like for burnt meat, if your meat gets tough and dry then you can simmer it in a little bit of broth for a couple minutes. Don't allow it to overcook again but just allow the liquid to penetrate the meat.

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