Grilled Polenta with Spicy Steak

Grilled polenta disks and spicy flank steak combines for a satisfying meal. Served with fresh avocado slices, queso fresco, salsa, cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

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GRILLD POLENTA WITH SPICY STEAK

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Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cooking Time: 15 Minutes 15 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

• 1 lb. flank steak, trimmed
• 4 tsp canola oil, divided
• 3/4 tsp salt, divided
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 (18 oz.) tube polenta, cut into 8 slices
• 1 avocado, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup (2 oz.) crumbled queso fresco
• 1/2 cup salsa
• Lime wedges

Directions

1. Heat a grill pan (or grill) over medium-high heat. Rub 1 teaspoon of oil over all sides of the steak. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 teaspoon salt, cumin, chile powder, and pepper. Rub evenly over steak.
2. Cook steak 6 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Remove steak and let rest for 5 minutes. Cut steak diagonally across grain into thin slices.
3. While steak rests, brush remaining 1 tablespoon oil over both sides of polenta slices. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
4. Arrange 2 polenta slices on each of 4 plates and divide avocado evenly among servings. Top each serving with steak, cilantro, queso fresco, and salsa. Serve with lime wedges.

Source: Cooking Light, June 2010

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