Description
Balsamic Caprese grilled steak blends tender, juicy steak with fresh Caprese flavors—tomato, mozzarella, basil and a sweet-tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for grilling season, this dish is a vibrant, elegant option for dinner parties, summer meals, or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak (or ribeye/sirloin), about 1–1.5 inches thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 large ripe tomato, sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves, to taste
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar (for homemade glaze)
- 2 tablespoons honey (for homemade glaze)
Optional: arugula, roasted red peppers, Parmesan shavings
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: Rub steak with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the Balsamic Glaze (if homemade): In a small saucepan, simmer balsamic vinegar and honey over medium heat until reduced and thickened. Set aside.
- Grill the Steak: Preheat grill or pan over medium-high heat. Grill steak for 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare, flipping once.
- Rest and Slice: Remove from heat and let the steak rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Prepare Caprese Topping: Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices with basil leaves.
- Assemble: Place sliced steak on a platter, top with Caprese ingredients, and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Garnish: Add extra basil or sea salt for finishing.
Notes
- Use well-marbled cuts like ribeye or sirloin for maximum flavor.
- Let the steak rest after grilling to retain its juices.
- Balance glaze sweetness with a splash of lemon juice if needed.
- Burrata or feta can substitute for mozzarella.
- Add pesto, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomatoes for variations.
- For vegetarian option, substitute steak with grilled portobello mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes (includes marinating)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg