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    Published: Jul 10, 2022 by Kelly Bloom · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Grilled Steak Salad with Feta

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    white serving platter with fresh lettuces and cucumber and slices of seared steak topped with feta cheese

    This grilled steak salad is perfect for anyone looking for a nutritious and delicious meal. The steak is grilled to perfection and served over a bed of fresh greens, mushrooms, cucumbers, and topped with crumbled feta cheese.

    white serving platter with fresh lettuces and cucumber and slices of seared steak topped with feta cheese.

    Why you will love this steak salad

    This is the best steak salad to whip up on a hot day or if you want to make a light dinner. The fresh & healthy ingredients are complemented with a zesty and flavorful dressing of balsamic vinegar glaze and extra virgin olive oil.

    It takes just minutes to sear or char broil the steak. From start to finish this grilled steak recipe will have your in and out of the kitchen in less than 30 minutes.

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    • Why you will love this steak salad
    • Ingredients
    • How to make this Grilled Steak Salad
    • Serving suggestions
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Top Tips
    • Frequently asked questions
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    Ingredients

    • Sirloin or Ribeye steaks, trimmed
    • Feta cheese
    • Spring salad greens mix
    • Micro Sprouts mix
    • Mushrooms
    • Cucumber
    • Red onion
    • Basil leaves
    • Olive oil
    • Balsamic vinegar glaze
    • garlic powder
    • Salt
    • Pepper

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    How to make this Grilled Steak Salad

    Start with sirloin, Ribeye, or flank steak. Or choose your favorite steak. I've even used London Broil. Whatever you choose, get a cut at least 1" thick so the interior says pink when the outside is seared in the skillet.

    Prepare the salad greens

    1. Start with the spring salad mix and basil leaves, layering them out on a large rectangular platter. Add the sliced cucumbers along the sides. Scatter the sliced mushrooms and half the micro sprouts over the top.
    2. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the steaks.
    white platter with fresh lettuces, cucumber slices, mushrooms, and sprouts.

    Full grilled steak salad ingredients and amounts are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Trim fat and season the steaks

    1. Season the steaks with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. You can also use Lemon Pepper, Montreal Steak blend, or any other blend of seasonings that you love.
    2. If you are using a tougher cut of beef, consider marinating it in some Italian salad dressing a few hours before grilling. The marination will tenderize the meat.
    raw seasoned steaks on a black cutting board.

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Sear or char the steaks

    1. Heat the skillet to medium high heat. Add the steaks for 4 minutes on one side. Turn, and cook the other side for 4 minutes. Remove the steaks onto a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes.
    2. Slice the steaks in ¼" slices, and arrange on platter of greens. Toss the feta cheese crumbles, red onion slices, and micro sprouts over the hot steak. Serve immediately.
    grey skillet with seared steaks cooking.

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Serving suggestions

    Serve it with our Rhubarb Galette or Del Frisco's Butter Cake dessert for a delicious meal.

    This Grilled Steak Salad can be a stand alone meal by itself. Or serve with some warm crusty bread, some Instant Pot Corn on the Cob that takes less than the time to make this salad also!

    white serving platter with fresh lettuces and cucumber and slices of seared steak topped with feta cheese.

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Variations

    If beef is not what you are in the mood for, you can make this grilled salad using grilled chicken breast, grilled salmon, or grilled shrimp. Another spectacular variation would be lightly seared Ahi Tuna sliced thin on the bed of salad greens.

    Equipment

    • Cast Iron Skillet

    A good cast iron skillet is my favorite for searing or charring steaks, while still keeping the grilled steak interior medium rare.

    Top Tips

    • Buy your favorite steak in a medium thickness.
    • Fresh, crisp salad greens, the mix you like best.

    Frequently asked questions

    How long do I cook the steak for medium instead of medium rare?

    Cook each side for 5 minutes for medium steak with only a hint of pink in the interior center.

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    Grilled Steak Salad with Feta

    This grilled steak salad is perfect for anyone looking for a nutritious and delicious meal. The steak is grilled to perfection and served over a bed of fresh greens, mushrooms, cucumbers, and topped with crumbled feta cheese. Garnish with some sliced red onion and micro green sprouts and it is a visual masterpiece. This salad is sure to satisfy your hunger!
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Salads
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 448kcal
    Author: Kelly Bloom

    Equipment

    • 1 Cast Iron Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb sirloin steak
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil (for searing steaks)
    • 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
    • ¼ red onion, sliced thin
    • 1 cucumber, sliced
    • 4 oz mushrooms, sliced
    • 8 oz spring salad mix
    • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
    • 1 cup micro green sprouts
    • ⅛ cup balsamic vinegar glaze
    • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • salt
    • pepper
    • garlic powder
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    Instructions

    • Season the steaks with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Place in refrigerator while preparing the salad greens.
      salt, pepper, garlic powder
    • Spread the salad greens and basil leaves out layered on a large rectangular platter. Add the sliced cucumbers on the sides of the platter, and sprinkle the sliced mushrooms and half the micro sprouts.
      1 cucumber, sliced, 4 oz mushrooms, sliced, 8 oz spring salad mix, 1 cup micro green sprouts, 1 cup fresh basil leaves
    • Heat a skillet to medium high with a little olive oil. Add the seasoned steaks and cook for 4 minutes on each side for a medium rare pink interior. Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes on cutting board.
      1 lb sirloin steak, 2 tablespoon olive oil (for searing steaks)
    • Slice steak in ¼" slices and arrange on the platter or salad greens. Sprinkle the feta cheese crumbles and the sliced red onions. Scatter the remaining micro sprouts and drizzle with the balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately.
      4 oz crumbled feta cheese, ¼ red onion, sliced thin, ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, ⅛ cup balsamic vinegar glaze

    Notes

    • Buy your favorite steak in a medium thickness.
    • Fresh, crisp salad greens, the mix you like best.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 406mg | Potassium: 641mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1172IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 3mg
    Keyword : best steak salad, grilled steak salad, sirloin steak salad, steak salad, steak salad recipe

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