Citrus Skirt Steak and Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Name: Citrus Skirt Steak and Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs skirt steaks; ½ cup green onion, whites included, finely diced into rounds; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1 tablespoon orange zest; 1 tablespoon lime zest; ½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice; ½ cup fresh squeezed orange juice; ½ cup fresh squeezed lime juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ½ tablespoon gingerroot, grated; ⅛ teaspoon sea salt; ½ tablespoon cracked black pepper; 1 pinch garlic salt; 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced; 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons red onions, finely chopped; 1 jalapeno, seeded, finely diced (optional); 2 tablespoons green onions, whites included, finely diced into rounds; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon agave nectar; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs skirt steaks
½ cup green onion, whites included, finely diced into rounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 tablespoon lime zest
½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
½ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
½ cup fresh squeezed lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ tablespoon gingerroot, grated
⅛ teaspoon sea salt
½ tablespoon cracked black pepper
1 pinch garlic salt
2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons red onions, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded, finely diced (optional)
2 tablespoons green onions, whites included, finely diced into rounds
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon agave nectar
1 pinch salt
1 pinch cracked black pepper

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FOR THE SALSA: Mix all ingredients from the Pineapple down together in a bowl until combined.
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Cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge for flavors to merry.
3
The longer you let it sit the better it is.
4
Let the skirt steak come to room temperature on the counter top then remove it from its packaging, rinse it briefly under cold water, and pat it dry with a paper towel.
5
Mix all other ingredients together in a bowl.
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Reserve half for grilling process.
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Place steak in glass baking dish or container.
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Pour marinade over top.
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Let set for 30 mins to an hour, turning once.
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Preheat grill.
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Place steak on grill pouring the marinade juice over the top.
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Grill for 7 minutes then turn over and brush with the reserved marinade continuing to grill for an additional 7 minutes will get you med-well.
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(Three minutes per side over a very hot fire will get it medium-rare in the interior with some nice char action on the outside.
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Transfer to a plate to let rest before cutting into.
16
Slice up and add to a warm corn tortilla and top with your salsa and low-fat plain greek yogurt or I also like to serve with herb rice :).
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ENJOY!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs skirt steaks, ½ cup green onion, whites included, finely diced into rounds, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Citrus Skirt Steak and Pineapple Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Citrus Skirt Steak and Pineapple Salsa

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