Grilled Citrus-Pepper Flank Steak with Charred Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

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Juicy flank steak marinated in citrus and black pepper, grilled to smoky perfection and served with charred scallions for a fresh, savory finish. This American-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs flank steak, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 pounds flank steak
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tbsp lime juice
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp, freshly cracked black pepper
3, minced garlic cloves
6 whole scallions
1.5 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper, and 1.5 tsp salt to form the marinade.
Step 2: Place 1.5 pounds flank steak in a resealable plastic bag and pour marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 6 hours.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F). Remove steak from marinade and pat dry. Grill steak for 4-5 minutes per side until medium-rare (135°F internal temperature), turning once.
Step 4: While steak cooks, place 6 whole scallions directly on the grill grates. Grill for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are charred and softened.
Step 5: Remove steak and scallions from the grill and let steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain. Serve slices topped with charred scallions for a bright, smoky contrast.