Steak Salad: A Flavorful and Nutritious Meal
Steak salad is a delicious and healthy choice for lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and it's simple to make.
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Season the steak with salt and pepper.
- Grill the steak for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, blue cheese, and walnuts.
- Add the sliced steak and drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette.
- Toss to coat and serve.
Tips
- For a more flavorful salad, marinate the steak in your favorite marinade for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the steak in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- You can add any other vegetables you like to your salad, such as cucumbers, bell peppers, or carrots.
- For a low-carb version of this salad, omit the walnuts and use a sugar-free balsamic vinaigrette.
How many calories are in Steak Salad?
Each 1 salad of Steak Salad contains 471 calories.
Steak Salad Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount per 1 salad (265g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 471 Calories |
| Protein | 28g |
| Fat | 34g |
| Saturated Fat | 12g |
| Cholesterol | 0.086mg |
| Carbohydrates | 13g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5g |
| Sugar | 8.7g |
| Sodium | 0.989mg |
| Potassium | 0.6447mg |
| Calcium | 0.198mg |
| Iron | 0.0033mg |