Cilantro Chimichurri Steak Kabobs for Flavorful Grilling

These Grilled Steak Kabobs with Cilantro Chimichurri feature a straightforward marinade and a bright, herb-forward chimichurri sauce. Perfect for a relaxed patio dinner, they combine juicy steak bites with plenty of fresh vegetables for a healthy, satisfying meal.

These kabobs use tender sirloin pieces paired with zucchini and red onion, finished with a vibrant cilantro chimichurri. The combination of a simple marinade and a tangy sauce makes this a repeatable favorite.

Fire up the grill — dinner is going to be great tonight!

Why You Will Love These Grilled Steak Kabobs:

• Quick and easy to prepare.
• Can be prepped ahead to save time.
• The cilantro chimichurri adds bright, bold flavor.

Best Cut of Beef for Kabobs

Sirloin is an excellent choice for kabobs — it’s flavorful, reasonably priced, and easy to cut into uniform pieces. I cut mine into roughly 1 1/2-inch cubes so the meat cooks evenly with the vegetables. Other tender cuts like filet mignon or strip steak also work well, but leaner cuts like sirloin and strip will give you meatier bites with less visible fat.

Choose a thicker cut rather than thin slices so the steak and vegetables finish cooking at similar times.

Marinating Time

Marinate based on how much time you have. Fifteen minutes will impart some flavor, but I recommend at least 1–2 hours when possible. The marinade used here is versatile and works well with other grilled proteins too.

Recipe Ingredients

For the Steak and Marinade

1. 2 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2. 2 garlic cloves, minced
3. 3 T olive oil
4. 3 T Worcestershire sauce
5. 2 T balsamic vinegar
6. 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
7. 1/2 tsp fresh cracked pepper
8. 1/2 tsp sea salt
9. 2 small zucchini, sliced about 1/2 inch thick
10. 1 red onion, chopped into 1-inch pieces

For the Cilantro Chimichurri

1. 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2. 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for heat)
3. 1/3 cup olive oil
4. 2 T red wine vinegar
5. Juice of 1/2 lemon
6. 1 tsp dried oregano or 1 T fresh oregano
7. 1/4 tsp pepper
8. 1/4 tsp salt
9. 2 garlic cloves, minced

Recipes to Pair With Your Steak

• Street Corn with Garlic Feta Butter
• Simple Pasta Salad with Lemon Garlic Grilled Zucchini
• Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
• 3 Bean Cowboy Caviar
• Easy Cheesy Zucchini Tots
• Tomato Basil Pasta Salad

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Grilled Steak Kabobs with Cilantro Chimichurri

By: Lorie Yarro

Simple marinade, fresh vegetables, and a bright cilantro chimichurri make these kabobs a backyard favorite.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Marinade Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 6 12-inch skewers, approx.

Ingredients

Kabobs and Marinade:

• 2 lb steak (sirloin), cut in 1 1/2 in. pieces
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 T olive oil
• 3 T Worcestershire sauce
• 2 T balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
• 1/2 tsp fresh cracked pepper
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 2 small zucchini, sliced into 1/2 inch thick pieces
• 1 red onion, chopped into 1 inch pieces

Chimichurri

• 1 c chopped cilantro
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/3 c olive oil
• 2 T red wine vinegar
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1 tsp oregano (or 1 T fresh)
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

1. Whisk the marinade ingredients (olive oil, balsamic, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, crushed red pepper, sea salt, cracked pepper). Toss with the cubed steak and refrigerate in a bowl or zip-top bag for 15 minutes up to several hours.
2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat when ready to cook.
3. Thread meat and vegetables onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces so they cook evenly. Place skewers on the preheated grill and turn every 2–3 minutes to cook each side evenly. Total cook time is about 10–12 minutes, depending on desired doneness.
4. Remove skewers from the grill and let rest for several minutes.
5. While the meat rests, combine chimichurri ingredients: either pulse in a food processor for a smoother sauce or finely chop the cilantro and whisk everything together for a more traditional texture. Spoon chimichurri over the kabobs and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 403 kcal,
Carbohydrates: 7 g,
Protein: 34 g,
Fat: 26 g,
Saturated Fat: 5 g,
Sodium: 501 mg,
Fiber: 1 g,
Sugar: 4 g

Nutrition information is an estimate and should be used as a guideline.