Description
This grilled flank steak salad is a hearty and flavorful main-course dish featuring juicy grilled flank steak paired with fresh mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled cheese. Perfect for a satisfying and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Steak and Seasoning
- 1½ lb flank steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Salad
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta or blue cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, ensuring it’s properly preheated before cooking the steak for optimal searing and flavor.
- Season the steak: Rub the flank steak evenly with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to enhance its flavor before grilling.
- Grill the steak: Place the steak on the grill and cook for 4–6 minutes per side to achieve a medium-rare doneness, adjusting time slightly based on desired cook level.
- Rest and slice the steak: Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices, then slice thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion, arranging evenly.
- Add steak and cheese: Top the greens and vegetables with the thinly sliced grilled steak and sprinkle crumbled feta or blue cheese over the top.
- Serve: Serve the salad warm as is or optionally add your favorite balsamic or vinaigrette dressing.
Notes
- Add balsamic or vinaigrette dressing if desired for extra flavor.
- Steak can be grilled ahead of time and chilled for later use.
- This salad pairs well with avocado slices or roasted corn for added texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
