Steak Salad Dinner Recipe: A Hearty and Healthy Meal
Steak is a good source of protein, which is essential for building and maintaining muscle mass.
The salad provides essential vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
The whole meal is relatively low in calories and fat, making it a healthy option for dinner.
Serving Size: 4
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Calorie Count: 694 calories per serving (based on a 3-ounce steak)
Ingredients:
- 1 (1-pound) flank steak, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup vinaigrette dressing
Instructions:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, and pepper. Rub mixture all over steak.
- Grill steak for 3-4 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
- Let steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomato, onion, cucumber, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle with vinaigrette dressing and toss to coat.
- Serve steak on top of salad and enjoy!
Tips:
- For a more flavorful steak, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the steak in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- To make the salad ahead of time, combine all of the ingredients and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, add the dressing and toss to coat.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd.
