Looking for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner option? This steak salad recipe is sure to hit the spot! The combination of grilled steak, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, and balsamic dressing creates a flavor explosion that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Plus, it's packed with protein and nutrients, making it a nutritious and filling meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. flank steak
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the flank steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, toss the mixed greens with the cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, and dressing.
- Divide the salad onto plates, and top with the sliced steak.
- Serve and enjoy!
This image shows the steak being grilled to a beautiful medium-rare on an outdoor grill. The grill marks add a nice touch of char and flavor to the steak.
This image shows the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and blue cheese being tossed together in a large bowl with the balsamic dressing. The dressing adds a tangy and slightly sweet flavor to the salad.
This image shows the finished salad with sliced steak on top, ready to be enjoyed. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please any palate.
