Grilled Steak Skewers with Chimichurri and Peppers
Juicy sirloin steak cubed and skewered with colorful bell peppers and red onion, grilled to perfection. Served with a vibrant fresh herb chimichurri that delivers bold flavor without added eggs or gluten.
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kay + Lila
Kay created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
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Time saver
Leftover steak skewers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and gently reheated or enjoyed cold over greens.
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Next: If using wooden skewers
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If using wooden skewers
If using wooden skewers, soak 4 skewers in water for at least 20 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
Allow: 20 minutes
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Heat a grill or heavy cast-iron grill…
Heat a grill or heavy cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare the chimichurri sauce by combining fine…
Prepare the chimichurri sauce by combining fine chopped parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until well blended and set aside at room temperature to let flavors meld.
Look for: well blended and set aside at room temperature to let flavors meld
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Thread beef sirloin cubes
Thread beef sirloin cubes, red bell pepper pieces, and red onion pieces alternately onto the skewers.
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Brush the assembled skewers evenly with olive…
Brush the assembled skewers evenly with olive oil and season generously with salt and black pepper.
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Place skewers on the hot grill or…
Place skewers on the hot grill or pan. Grill for 8 to 10 minutes total, turning every 2 minutes, until the beef is seared on all sides and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium cooked meat.
Look for: the beef is seared on all sides and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium cooked meat
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Transfer skewers to a plate and let…
Transfer skewers to a plate and let rest for 3 minutes.
Allow: 3 minutes
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Plate the skewers and spoon the chimichurri…
Plate the skewers and spoon the chimichurri sauce generously over the steak and vegetables before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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