Grilled steak tacos are one of the best ways to enjoy steak because the grill adds a smoky flavor you just can’t get any other way. The meat is marinated in a mix of orange juice, lime juice, and cider vinegar, which keeps it tender while adding a tangy and savory taste. Once it’s grilled, the steak is sliced thin and tucked into warm tortillas with toppings like guacamole, cheese, lettuce, and tomato. It’s a simple recipe that feels fresh and flavorful, making it just as good for weeknight dinners as it is for weekend cookouts.
Why this recipe works
- Flavorful marinade: Orange juice and lime juice bring brightness and a hint of sweetness, while cider vinegar and oregano add tang and depth that balance the flavors.
- Grilled for smokiness: Cooking the steak on a hot grill gives it that charred flavor and texture that sets these tacos apart from other versions.
- Juicy and tender meat: Marinating for a few hours or overnight allows the flavors to sink in, which makes the steak stay tender once cooked.
- Quick cooking time: After marinating, the steak only needs a few minutes per side on the grill, which makes this an easy recipe to fit into a busy evening.
- Customizable tacos: With the steak as the base, you can layer on toppings like guacamole, cheese, lettuce, or tomato to make each taco your own.
Serving suggestions
- Classic taco sides: Pair with Mexican rice, refried beans, or black beans to round out the meal and keep the flavors consistent.
- Topping station: Set out bowls of salsa, sour cream, jalapeños, or pickled onions so everyone can build tacos the way they like them.
- Perfect for outdoor meals: Add grilled corn on the cob and a pitcher of lemonade or iced tea to make it feel like a backyard cookout.
- Serve family-style: Place the sliced steak, warm tortillas, and toppings on the table so people can assemble their tacos as they go.
- Leftover uses: Any extra steak can be saved for quesadillas, burrito bowls, or even salads the next day, making it versatile beyond taco night.
Grilled steak tacos recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
Description
Grilled steak tacos are smoky, juicy, and full of flavor. Perfect for summer cookouts or easy weeknight dinners, they’re always a hit at the table.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 1/2lbs sirloin steak
Marinade-
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 4 teaspoons cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Tacos-
- 10 (8 inches) flour tortillas
- shredded Monterey jack cheese
- lettuce
- tomato
- guacamole
Instructions
- In a medium bowl combine orange juice, oil, lime juice, cider vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper. Add steak and toss in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.
- Heat an outdoor grill to high heat. Remove steak (reserving the marinade) and place onto the grill. Grill steak for 3-4 minutes per side and brush with the reserved marinade occasionally while grilling. Remove from the grill and slice into thin strips.
- Place a bit of guacamole onto the bottom of each flour tortilla. Top with steak strips, cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 685
- Sugar: 3.3 g
- Sodium: 1643.4 mg
- Fat: 30.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 56.1 g
- Protein: 46.4 g
- Cholesterol: 103.9 mg