Cilantro Lime Steak Salad

Cilantro Lime Steak Salad
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    18

A vibrant and flavorful steak salad bursting with fresh herbs, zesty citrus, and a touch of spice. This salad features perfectly cooked steak, crisp romaine lettuce, sweet corn, and a creamy feta cheese, all tied together with a homemade cilantro-lime dressing and crunchy tortilla chips.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    32 g
  • Cholesterol
    94 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    30 g
  • Saturated Fat
    11 g
  • Sodium
    775 mg
  • Sugar
    15 g
  • Fat
    38 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Make the dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the garlic, jalapeño, and ginger. Pulse until finely chopped. Add the lime juice, cilantro, honey, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Pulse to blend. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Prepare the broiler: Position an oven rack approximately 4 inches from the broiler element. Preheat the broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Season and prepare the steak: Generously season the flat iron steak with salt and black pepper on both sides. Place the seasoned steak on the prepared baking sheet. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Broil the steak: Broil the steak in the preheated oven until it reaches your desired level of doneness. For medium-rare, broil for approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 135°F (57°C). (8-10 minutes)

05

Step

Prepare the salad base: While the steak is cooking, in a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, chopped yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, diced plum tomato, and thinly sliced jalapeño pepper. Toss gently to combine. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Rest and slice the steak: Once the steak is cooked to your liking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak. After resting, thinly slice the steak against the grain. (12 minutes)

07

Step

Assemble the salad: Divide the torn romaine lettuce among four plates or bowls. Drizzle a generous amount of the cilantro-lime dressing over the lettuce. Top with the sliced steak and the corn mixture. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad. Serve immediately with tortilla chips on the side. (5 minutes)

For extra flavor, marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
If you don't have a broiler, you can grill the steak over medium-high heat.
Adjust the amount of jalapeño in the dressing and salad to your preference.
Feel free to add other toppings to the salad, such as avocado, black beans, or roasted bell peppers.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Nelle Considine

    The steak was perfectly cooked using the broiler method. Thanks for the tip!

  • Amparo Welch

    The dressing is amazing! I even use it on other salads and as a marinade for chicken.

  • Austin Schmidt

    Easy to follow and delicious! Will definitely make this again.

  • Emelie Okeefe

    Next time I'll double the dressing recipe. It's that good!

  • Anastasia Hudson

    This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The cilantro-lime dressing is the perfect complement to the steak and vegetables.

  • Hilario Abernathy

    I made this for a summer BBQ and everyone raved about it! So much flavor!

  • Reyna Lesch

    I added some black beans to the salad for extra protein and fiber. It was a delicious addition!

  • Sidney Halvorson

    This recipe is a winner! I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.

  • Flo Hammes

    I loved the combination of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors in this salad. The tortilla chips added a great crunch.

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