Perfectly charred and juicy, this simple carne asada recipe with salsa verde is the grilled Mexican dinner your meal rotation was missing. Smokey, tangy, and addictively spicy, it’s everything you could want in a single bite!

One of our favorite ways to serve this is over Cilantro Lime Rice with Mexican Black Beans and of course Guacamole or a little Mango Salsa.

Tender Salsa Verde Carne Asada
Served with spicy salsa verde, this easy carne asada recipe will be your new favorite steak dinner this summer. It’s juicy, smokey, and has little bits of charred goodness throughout that make every bite perfect.

 

Marinated with the same sauce it’s served with, the steak becomes more tender while absorbing an extra dose of Mexican personality. It has hints of garlic, onion, and lots of tang from the tomatillos. Once it hits the grill, this flavor fiesta becomes a thousand times better as it caramelizes on the meat.

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With some roasted veggies or pommes frites on the side, it’s a yummy twist on classic grilled steak that everyone will love for cookouts or simple dinners at home. Just slice it, set it on the table, and watch it disappear within minutes.

 

Why You’ll Love This Carne Asada Recipe
Easy, juicy, and perfect for cookouts, this carne asada recipe will become your new favorite dinner this summer.

Prep-friendly. Make the sauce and marinate the meat in advance so all you have to do is fire up the grill when it’s time for dinner.
Great for cookouts. This recipe is an easy way to switch things up when it comes to grilled steak. The salsa verde marinade and topping is absolutely exquisite!
Easy. All you need to do is char, blend, marinade, and grill. It’s only 4 easy and quick steps to set this dinner on the table.
Juicy. Cooked over high heat, the meat remains nice and juicy on the inside. You’ll love every bite!
Ingredients for the carne asada recipe.
What You’ll Need
It’s the tomatillo salsa that really makes this dish shine. Check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact amounts.

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