Description
A delicious and easy Grilled Steak Salad combining juicy, tender grilled steak with fresh mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and a bright lemon-herb dressing. Perfectly balanced with smoky, savory, and fresh flavors, this nutrient-packed salad is quick to prepare and ideal for lunch, dinner, or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Marinade
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for marinade)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Salad Base
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, spinach blend)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Season the steak generously with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Let it rest at room temperature for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Grill to Perfection: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the steak for 4-6 minutes per side, aiming for medium-rare to medium doneness depending on thickness. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Prepare the Salad Base: While the steak rests, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion in a large bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs to create a zesty, vibrant dressing.
- Assemble the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad base and toss gently. Arrange the sliced steak on top, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, and garnish with additional fresh herbs.
Notes
- Choose quality, well-marbled steak for better flavor and tenderness.
- Allow the steak to rest after grilling to keep it juicy.
- Adjust the dressing’s acidity and oil balance to complement the salad without overpowering it.
- Add dressing just before serving to keep the greens crisp.
- Always slice steak thinly against the grain for tender bites.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: grilled steak salad, healthy steak salad, easy steak salad, summer salad, protein salad, gluten free salad
