Grilled Marinated Tri-Tip Steak Kabobs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

Tender tri-tip beef cubes marinated in a savory herb and garlic mixture, skewered and grilled to smoky perfection. This American-inspired beef recipe (keto), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs tri-tip steak, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes tri-tip steak
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 6, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 pound tri-tip steak cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours to absorb flavors.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
4. Step 4: Thread the marinated tri-tip cubes onto 6 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
5. Step 5: Grill the kabobs for 3-4 minutes per side, turning carefully, until the beef is browned with grill marks and cooked to medium-rare or desired doneness.
6. Step 6: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.