Balsamic Flank Steak With Grilled Zucchini And Whipped Feta (Print Version)
Juicy balsamic flank steak with smoky grilled zucchini and creamy whipped feta for a perfect Mediterranean summer dinner.
# What You Need:
→ Steak Marinade
01 - 1 ½ lbs flank steak
02 - ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
06 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
07 - 1 tsp kosher salt
08 - ½ tsp black pepper
→ Grilled Zucchini
09 - 3 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into ½-inch planks
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil
11 - ½ tsp kosher salt
12 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ Whipped Feta
13 - 6 oz feta cheese, crumbled
14 - ¼ cup Greek yogurt
15 - 1 tbsp olive oil
16 - 1 tsp lemon juice
17 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ To Serve
18 - 2 tbsp fresh mint or parsley, chopped
19 - Extra balsamic glaze
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Add flank steak and turn to coat thoroughly. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 1 hour, up to 8 hours for optimal flavor development.
02 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature, approximately 400-450°F.
03 - Brush zucchini planks with olive oil and season evenly with salt and pepper.
04 - Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, or adjust timing to reach desired internal temperature. Transfer to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 10 minutes.
05 - While steak rests, grill zucchini planks for 2-3 minutes per side until tender with visible char marks.
06 - Combine feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper in a food processor or blender. Process until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
07 - Slice rested steak thinly against the grain at a 45-degree angle. Spread whipped feta across a serving platter, arrange grilled zucchini and steak slices on top. Garnish with fresh herbs and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The marinade does double duty tenderizing the meat while creating those gorgeous caramelized grill marks
- Whipped feta transforms from simple ingredients into something restaurant-worthy in minutes
- Everything cooks on the same grill meaning minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
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- Never skip the resting period or all those delicious juices will end up on your cutting board instead of in the meat
- The feta mixture can be made a day ahead and actually develops better flavor after chilling overnight
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- Pat the steak completely dry before grilling to ensure proper searing and browning
- Score the zucchini lightly in a crosshatch pattern if you want those professional-looking grill marks