Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce and Mashed Cauliflower

Steak and Chimichuri
Ingredients:
4 oz. flank steak
1⁄8 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1⁄8 teaspoon sea salt
1⁄4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1⁄8 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons finely chopped mint
2 teaspoons finely chopped cilantro
2 teaspoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley



Instructions:
1. Line a broiler rack with foil and place it about four inches from the heat. Preheat the broiler.
2. Rub the flank steak on both sides with the chile powder, salt and 1⁄8 teaspoon of the black pepper. Let stand five to 10 minutes.
3. Using a fork, combine the garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, oil and cumin in a small bowl.
4. Add the mint, cilantro and parsley, the remaining 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper and a dash of salt.
5. Stir until very well combined.
6. Set the sauce aside to let the flavors meld.
7. Place the steak on the prepared rack and broil about four minutes per side.
8. Stir and spoon the reserved herb mixture over the steak and serve immediately with the cauliflower.

Mashed Cauliflower
Ingredients:
1 cup hot cooked cauliflower florets
1⁄4 cup fat-free milk, at room temperature
1⁄4 teaspoon thinly-sliced chives
1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:
1. Place the cauliflower in a blender or a mini food processor fitted with a metal blade.
2. Combine the milk, chives and garlic powder in a small bowl.
3. Add the milk mixture to the blender and puree about 15 seconds, scraping down the sides with a small spatula halfway through. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Makes one serving.