Steak Tacos with Avocado and Cucumber Salsa Recipe

Name: Steak Tacos with Avocado and Cucumber Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Chipotle Chili Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoons Allspice; 4 whole Rib-eye Steaks (about 12 Ounces Each); 12 whole Warm Flour Tortillas; 2 cups Red Cabbage, Loosely Chopped; 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese, Grated; Cilantro Leaves, For Garnish; 3 whole Avocados, Pit And Skin Removed, Cubed; 1 whole Large Cucumber, Cubed; 1 whole Small Red Onion, Diced; 1/4 cups Cilantro, Chopped; 1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt; 1 whole Jalapeno Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Minced; 1 whole Habanero Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Minced; 1 whole Serrano Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Minced

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Chipotle Chili Powder
1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoons Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoons Allspice
4 whole Rib-eye Steaks (about 12 Ounces Each)
12 whole Warm Flour Tortillas
2 cups Red Cabbage, Loosely Chopped
1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese, Grated
Cilantro Leaves, For Garnish
3 whole Avocados, Pit And Skin Removed, Cubed
1 whole Large Cucumber, Cubed
1 whole Small Red Onion, Diced
1/4 cups Cilantro, Chopped
1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt
1 whole Jalapeno Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Minced
1 whole Habanero Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Minced
1 whole Serrano Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Minced

1
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, black pepper, sea salt, cinnamon and allspice.
2
Rub the mixture on your steak, on both sides.
3
Preheat your grill to medium, and grill the steaks 5 minutes on each sides (for medium rare).
4
Remove steaks from the grill and set aside to rest for 10-15 minutes.
5
Meanwhile prepare your salsa.
6
Combine the avocado, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, salt, jalapeno, habanero and serrano peppers in a small bowl.
7
Mix together and season with more salt to taste if needed.
8
Set aside.
9
Slice your steaks thinly (cutting against the grain) and prepare your tacos.
10
Assemble the tacos by placing a hand full of cabbage on each tortilla.
11
Top with the steak and then the salsa.
12
Garnish with cheese and a few cilantro leaves.
13
Enjoy!

1524

kcal

Calories

Fat

238

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Chipotle Chili Powder, 1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper, 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder, 1/2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper, and more.

Yes, Steak Tacos with Avocado and Cucumber 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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Steak Tacos with Avocado and Cucumber Salsa

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