This Keto Carne Asada & Chimichurri Sauce is the perfect low carb grilling recipe for summer entertaining! Or just make a bunch for you and eat it all week for lunch on or with a salad! Easy keto meal prep = done! As an added bonus it’s also Whole 30 compliant!
Carne Asada is a Latin American dish that simply translates as “Grilled Meat.” Typically made with beef, it’s usually marinated with bold flavors, then grilled and sliced before serving.
My Keto Carne Asada version is marinated in lime juice, with lots of garlic, cilantro, cumin, and cayenne pepper, among other things.
Pretty much any cut of beef that lends itself well to grilling will work for this Keto Carne Asada, but if using skirt or flank steak, be sure to slice it thinly and against the grain to keep it tender.
You can serve this Keto Carne Asada with no sauce and it will still be delicious, or with any of your favorite keto sauces for grilled beef.
I chose to make a chimichurri for mine, which is made with lots of garlic, parsley, oregano, and lemon zest – with some red wine vinegar for a pleasant tanginess.
The recipe for my keto chimichurri sauce is included below! Note that it’s very creamy looking because I blended it in my magic bullet rather than stirring it with a fork or whisk.
We served this Keto Carne Asada to non-keto friends by the pool recently and it got rave reviews across the board. It really is a great dish for summer entertaining because once you’ve got it marinated and the sauce is done, it just needs a few minutes on the grill, then a few minutes to rest before slicing and you’re in business.
If you and your tribe are fans of beef and/or grilled meats in general – this keto carne asada recipe is going to be a winner every time.
Try it paired with any one or more of these Keto Summer Salads or Keto Side Dish Recipes and you’ve got a party on your hands!
Keto Carne Asada & Chimichurri Sauce – Whole 30
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This Keto Carne Asada & Chimichurri Sauce is the perfect low carb grilling recipe for summer entertaining! Whole 30, Paleo, Atkins, Nut Free, Egg Free & Dairy Free!
Ingredients
For the Carne Asada:
- 1 pound flank or skirt steak
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Chimichurri Sauce:
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
Instructions
For the Carne Asada:
- Combine the lime juice, avocado oil, cider vinegar, garlic, cumin, oregano, cilantro, cayenne, black pepper, and salt in a bowl or gallon sized plastic bag.
- Mix well and add the steak to the marinade, turning to coat thoroughly.
- Seal the bag or bowl and and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for the best flavor.
- Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature.
- Prepare the grill and preheat to 450 degrees.
- Grill the steaks over direct heat for 4 – 5 minutes per side, or until your desired doneness is reached.
- Remove the cooked steaks and place on a clean plate or platter.
- Rest the meat for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with the Chimichurri if desired.
For the Chimichurri Sauce:
- Combine all of the ingredients in a small blender or magic bullet.
- Blend for 20 seconds, or until fully combined but not completely pureed.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
Net carbs per serving = 0g
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Keto Beef Recipes
- Method: Grilling
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz steak, 2 T sauce
- Calories: 330
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
Keywords: steak, beef, grilling, Argentinian, keto, low carb, atkins, paleo, whole 30,
Aimee says
I can’t even say how many times I’ve made this, but today is the first time I’ve made the chimichurri sauce. WOW. Unbelievable! I’m a fan of so many of your recipes- thank you!
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Be si says
Could I do this with a pork roast? I’m not a big beef eater.
Debbie says
Made this today and will definitely be making it again. The flavors all compliment perfectly. I use the Mr. Tortilla low carb tortillas which made these perfect for carne asada tacos. The chimichurri has such bold and delicious flavors, nothing else was needed to add.
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Mellissa Sevigny says
Thrilled that you enjoyed this recipe Debbie – and I can see how they would make the perfect low carb tacos!
Lynette says
I am making this for the first time & I bought a package of flank steak with two pieces. May I freeze the other piece WITH the marinade in a zip top bag for next meal?
Or will it acid in the marinade be “too much” for being in contact with the meat during freezing, thawing and subsequent grilling?
Mellissa Sevigny says
I’d think you’d be just fine with freezing it in the marinade as long as it doesn’t sit in the fridge for a couple days first.
Cherise Arola says
This recipe was amazing! I was really worried since I was making it in the oven and not on the grill that I wouldn’t be quite right but it was fantastic! The trick is to slice really thin and don’t over cook! I’m so impressed with the big bold flavors with such simple ingredients – 5 stars! Thank you Mellissa – you are a goddess wizard in my book!
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Danielle says
This was fantastic! Such good flavor. Boyfriend gives it two thumbs up! I served it with some sauteed bell peppers and onion and a side of cilantro lime rice.
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Dawn says
Do you think I could put marinade ingredients with a roast in the crockpot and cook that way. Serve shredded meat with sauce?
Mellissa Sevigny says
I don’t see why not, sounds delicious!
claudia says
We all loved this recipe. SOOOOOOOO delicious.
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Molly says
I cooked the carne asada the way it said, but then I had grilled peppers and onions to make fajitas! It turned out absolutely amazing. My Spanish boyfriend really liked the sauce 😇
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Mellissa Sevigny says
High praise, thanks Molly!
Evelyn says
Oh my gosh this is so good I shared this with many people. Will definitely be a staple marinade in my house Thanks
Kerry says
SOOO GOOD! We like it so much we’ve been making it once a week. Since only 2 of us eat the Chimichurri sauce, I froze the extra in ice cube molds and thaw it before I make dinner (tastes just as good!). Even my picky 5 yr old loved the flavor on the steak.
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Trish says
OH MY GOODNESS! This was awesome! My husband wants it at least once a week and it is his new favorite meal. I served it with Spanish rice and grilled onions/ green peppers/ zucchini. The perfect meal- delicious and satisfying.
Alicia Singer says
I love “carne asada”, can’t wait to try this recipe, everything in it I love.
What kind of side dishes would you suggest for this recipe? Keto, low carb in mind :-)
Thank you for all the recipes. I started the Keto diet 3 weeks ago and your website it’s been my right hand in this journey. All I’ve tried so far it hasn’t disappointed me.
Angela says
Alicia – I have been eating this on top of a salad with blue cheese crumbles and red onion- and using the chimichurri sauce as dressing! It’s amazing…. I honestly didn’t like blue cheese until I ate in in this salad!
Judi Fikes says
This recipe looks great…but cannot get the print button to work for my iPad!
Jessica says
Your recipes are so dang amazing. This was no exception. Absolutely amazingly delicious!! Thank you for another divine recipe!
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Mellissa Sevigny says
Thanks so much Jessica!