Carne Asada Recipe
This Carne Asada delivers 27g protein and 362 calories per serving, making it a lean protein option for calorie-conscious lifters. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, letting you batch-marinate and grill without extended kitchen time. Stack these into wraps or bowls to hit protein targets while keeping calories controlled during a cut.
Ingredients
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Cumin, Ground(10g)
- •Oregano, Dried(5g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- •1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
- •Beef Flank Steak, Boneless(454g)
Instructions
- 1Whisk all of the ingredients together in a large shallow bowl or plastic container. Add the meat, rotating to evenly coat, and cover with plastic wrap (or lid if using container).
- 2Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
- 3Heat barbecue (or grill) on high heat. Note that lean flank steak is best cooked rare, while skirt steak can be cooked well without losing moisture or flavor because it has more fat marbling.Remove the flank steak from the marinade, and discard excess marinade. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is reached.
- 4Transfer to a plate and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes.
- 5To serve, slice against the grain into thin strips.
Nutrition — Per Serving
362
calories
27g
protein
19g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 24g
- Saturated fat
- 5.2g
- Sodium
- 74 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.2g
4 servings per batch · ~201g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Carne Asada Recipe have per serving?
Each serving delivers 27g of protein and 362 calories with 19g fat and 24g carbs. This version includes more carbohydrate than the plain carne asada, likely from added ingredients or preparation method.
How long does Carne Asada Recipe take to make?
Carne Asada Recipe qualifies as quick prep and makes 4 servings in one stovetop session. This batch size is ideal if you're meal prepping for 4 days or splitting portions with a training partner.
Is Carne Asada Recipe good for fat loss?
At 362 calories and 27g protein per serving, this version sits in a sweet spot for fat loss with balanced macros that include 24g carbs for energy. The calorie density makes it easy to fit into a deficit without feeling restricted.
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