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Quick Steak Dinner Ideas Sides for Summer BBQs


  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Thin Steak Dinner Ideas feature quick-cooking, juicy thin-sliced flank or sirloin steak marinated in a garlic-soy-honey blend. Perfect for busy weeknights, these easy steak dinners deliver tender, flavorful results in under an hour and pair effortlessly with simple sides.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb thinly sliced flank or sirloin steak
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)

Instructions

  1. Whisk olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, and black pepper in a bowl.
  2. Add thinly sliced steak and toss until fully coated.
  3. Cover and marinate at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
  4. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
  5. Remove steak from marinade and lightly pat dry.
  6. Cook steak 2–3 minutes per side until golden and medium-rare.
  7. Rest steak 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
  8. Warm reserved marinade, boil 1 minute, and drizzle over steak before serving.

Notes

Avoid over-marinating thin steak beyond 2 hours to prevent toughness. Always slice against the grain for maximum tenderness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 oz steak
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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