Print

Grilled Steak Salad

Grilled Steak Salad
Print Recipe

This Easy Grilled Steak Salad combines tender, juicy grilled steak with fresh mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a quick, nutritious meal full of flavor and protein, it’s ideal for lunch or a light dinner and easily customizable with your favorite toppings and dressings.

Ingredients

Scale

Steak

  • 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for seasoning and grilling)
  • Optional: garlic powder or favorite herbs

Salad

  • 4 cups mixed greens (baby spinach, arugula, romaine)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, cut into chunks

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta or blue cheese
  • Chopped fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
  • Chopped toasted nuts (almonds or walnuts)
  • Cracked black pepper or chili flakes, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Marinate the Steak: Season the steak generously with salt, pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Optionally, add garlic powder or your preferred herbs. Let the steak rest while preparing the vegetables to lock in juiciness.
  2. Grill the Steak: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Cook the steak for 4-5 minutes per side depending on thickness and desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to reach 130°F for medium rare. After cooking, let the steak rest 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  3. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and avocado chunks. Keep the mix fresh and colorful.
  4. Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Assemble and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat. Arrange the sliced steak on top, sprinkle with optional cheese and herbs or nuts if using, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Choose a well-marbled, tender steak cut for best flavor and texture.
  • Allow steak to rest after grilling to lock in juices.
  • Slice steak thinly against the grain for tenderness.
  • Use fresh, crisp vegetables for better flavor and texture.
  • Adjust dressing acidity and oil ratio to personal taste.
  • Store steak and salad components separately to prevent sogginess if making ahead.
  • Steak can be frozen cooked; salad ingredients should remain fresh.
  • Reheat steak gently, avoiding overcooking.

Nutrition

Keywords: grilled steak salad, healthy steak salad, high protein salad, quick steak salad, summer salad, easy steak recipe

Find it online: https://ninagourmet.com/grilled-steak-salad/