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Quick 25-Minute Grilled Steak Salad Recipe for Easy Healthy Meals

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A fast and flavorful grilled steak salad ready in 25 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or light meals. Combines juicy steak with fresh greens and a tangy dressing for a satisfying and healthy dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank or sirloin steak, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 4 cups mixed fresh greens (baby spinach, arugula, romaine, or your favorite blend)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cucumber, sliced thin
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the steak dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Rub this mixture all over the steak. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  3. Place the steak on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temperature around 130°F). Adjust timing for preferred doneness. Use tongs to flip once.
  4. Transfer the steak to a plate and cover loosely with foil. Let it rest for 5-7 minutes.
  5. While the steak rests, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar or lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and fresh herbs. Drizzle the dressing over and toss gently to coat.
  7. Slice the steak thinly against the grain using a sharp knife.
  8. Arrange the sliced steak over the salad. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top if using. Toss gently or serve the steak slices on top for presentation.

Notes

Let the steak rest after grilling to keep it juicy. Slice against the grain for tenderness. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. If steak cooks too fast outside, move to cooler part of grill or lower heat. Dressing can be adjusted to taste with more mustard or garlic. Store steak and salad separately to avoid sogginess.

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