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12 delicious ways to update grilled steak

From marinades to fast and fresh toppings, here's how to update the steaks you're throwing on the 'cue this summer.
12 delicious ways to update grilled steak

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Classic steak with spicy thai sauce

Not all upgrades need to take you far outside of the box. Sometimes a good-quality steak and a light drizzle of green sauce works, too. Get the recipe.

Two steak on wooden board covered in herb sauce.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Steak with garlic-herb butter and roasted parmesan caulilini

A juicy and buttery steak that's sure to set the mood for date night. Get this steak with garlic-herb butter and roasted parmesan caulilini recipe.

Steak with Garlic-Herb Butter and Roasted Parmesan CauliliniPhotography, Erik Putz. Food styling, Ashley Denton. Prop styling, Madeline Johari.

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One-pan steak and bok choy with miso butter

Juicy strips of steak with crunchy bok choy and salty-sweet miso butter, this is a healthy plate that's sure to impress. Get this one-pan steak and bok choy with miso butter recipe.

12 delicious ways to update grilled steak(Photo: Erik Putz; Food styling by Eshun Mott; Prop styling by Christine Hanlon)

Flank steak with snow pea and radish salad

On hot summer nights, lighten up dinner with a grilled steak salad. The crisp, fresh vegetables are refreshing and flavourful, while the juicy steak packs in some filling protein. Get the recipe.

Flank steak with snow pea and radish saladPhoto, Erik Putz.

Anju’s marinated-rib-eye steak

Planning ahead? Get your steaks ready the night before with this rich, aromatic marinade, and when you’re ready to make dinner, throw them on the grill while you prepare a side of fresh summer vegetables. Get the recipe.

12 delicious ways to update grilled steakPhoto, Angus Fergusson.

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Grilled steak tacos

Tacos are great for easy entertaining — everyone loves them. Top these with pico de gallo, avocado and a squeeze of lime to finish. Get the recipe.

The Dinner Plan: Grilled steak tacos with limePhoto, Sian Richards.

Flank steak with fresh salsa and avocado

Sauce up that steak with something other than BBQ sauce tonight. Try this fresh salsa for a simple, colourful finish. Get the recipe.

dinner plan: grilled flank steak and avocado salsaPhoto, Erik Putz.

Grilled flatiron steak with piquillo-pepper confit

Add simple twists and fun ingredients to freshen up dinner. Roasted piquillo peppers add colour and flavour to your steak, while a healthy kale salad rounds out the plate. Get the recipe.

12 delicious ways to update grilled steakPhoto, Angus Fergusson.

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Grilled steak with spicy cilantro sauce

Ready in 25 minutes! Serve with a side of cauliflower ‘rice’ and an easygoing red wine. Get the recipe.

12 delicious ways to update grilled steakPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Broiled steak and spring kale caesar salad

Broiled steak in kale and asparagus salad drizzled with a classic caesar dressing. Get this broiled steak and spring kale caesar salad recipe.

Broiled steak and spring kale caesar salad on a square platter surrounded by asparagus and radishes(Photo: Erik Putz; Produced by: Stephanie Han Kim; Food styling: Haley Polinsky; Prop styling; Madeleine Johari)

Lemony seared T-bone with red pepper and kale sauté

Seared and juicy, this T-bone is rubbed with a citrus and rosemary-based seasoning for a simple, zesty and aromatic finish. Serve with a kale and red pepper saute. Get the recipe.

12 delicious ways to update grilled steakPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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Garlicky pan-fried steak

A garlicky and juicy strip loin cooked to perfection. Get this garlicky pan-fried steak recipe.

12 delicious ways to update grilled steak

Chili-espresso strip loin steaks

Give your steaks a rich and spicy update with chili and espresso rub. Get the recipe.

12 delicious ways to update grilled steakPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Flank steak with tomatoes and basil

An easy way to update steak is by finishing it with fresh, flavourful ingredients. Here we’ve added tomatoes, basil and barbecued garlic. Get the recipe.

Flank-steak-with-tomatoes-and-basil-1-1-lPhoto, John Cullen.

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Steak with fresh corn polenta

Steak, two ways! Tonight, grilled up a bunch of lightly seasoned flank steak to serve over fresh and creamy corn, then use the extra for a crisp salad tomorrow. Get the recipe.

Steak with fresh corn polentaPhoto, Erik Putz.

Rainbow radish steak salad with honey vinaigrette

Juicy steak, flavourful parsnip puree come together with fresh radish salad and sweet vinaigrette. Get this rainbow radish steak salad with honey vinaigrette recipe.

Rainbow Radish Steak Salad With Honey Vinaigrette(Produced by Sun Ngo; Photography by Erik Putz; Food styling by Ashley Denton; Prop styling by Christine Hanlon)

Summer steak salad

A crisp and refreshing summer salad that (thanks to yesterday’s leftover steak) only takes 15 minutes to make! Get the recipe.

Summer steak saladPhoto, Erik Putz.

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