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Steak Salad Sensation

Savory Grilled Steak Meets Crisp Greens

4servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Steak Salad Sensation

About this recipe

Experience a delightful fusion of succulent grilled beef steak and vibrant, fresh vegetables. Enhanced with a zesty dressing, this steak salad is a wholesome dish ideal for lunch or dinner. It's a perfect harmony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef steak (preferably flank or sirloin)
  • 1 head of romaine lettuce
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Season the beef steak with salt and pepper, then grill for 4-5 minutes per side until medium-rare.

  3. 3

    Remove steak from grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

  5. 5

    In a large bowl, combine romaine, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.

  6. 6

    Add sliced steak to the salad mixture.

  7. 7

    Drizzle with the prepared dressing and toss to coat evenly.

  8. 8

    Top with crumbled blue cheese and pumpkin seeds before serving.

Chef's tip

For best results, let the steak rest before slicing to keep it juicy. Feel free to replace blue cheese with feta for a milder flavor.

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