Taco-Style Carne Asada with Cilantro-Lime Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-13 · Updated 2026-06-13

Juicy grilled flank steak marinated in zesty citrus and spices, served with a crisp cilantro-lime slaw for a fresh and vibrant taco filling. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs flank steak, olive oil, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds flank steak
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups shredded green cabbage
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1 tsp lime zest
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 8 small corn tortillas

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large zip-top bag, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1.5 pounds flank steak and marinate in refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2. Step 2: While steak marinates, prepare the slaw by mixing 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1 tsp lime zest, and 3 tbsp mayonnaise in a bowl. Toss well and refrigerate.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove steak from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds each side until pliable.
5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by placing slices of carne asada in tortillas and topping with a generous spoonful of cilantro-lime slaw. Serve immediately.