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Best Steak Salad

A hearty and satisfying salad that combines juicy flank steak with fresh greens and flavorful toppings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 8 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Grill or skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Salad serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by seasoning the flank steak generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Place the steak on the grill or skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  4. Remove the steak from heat and let it rest for at least 5 minutes.
  5. Once rested, slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onion. Toss gently to combine.
  7. Top the salad with the sliced steak and crumbled blue cheese.
  8. Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss lightly.

Notes

Experiment with different dressings or add nuts for extra crunch.