Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Best Steak Salad featuring tender grilled prime rib steak atop a fresh mix of arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion, all drizzled with a creamy and tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner, ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Steak and Seasoning
- 10 ounce grilling steak (boneless prime rib)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
Salad
- 4 ounces arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
- ½ English cucumber, diced
- ½ avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onions
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
- ½ tablespoon grainy mustard
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- A pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Season the steak: Remove the steak from the fridge and evenly season both sides with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper to enhance its flavor.
- Cook the steak: Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until it starts to smoke. Drizzle 2 teaspoons avocado oil over both sides of the steak. Place the steak in the hot pan and cook it undisturbed for 2 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes depending on desired doneness. Remove the steak and let it rest on a cutting board to retain juices.
- Make the dressing: While the steak rests, whisk together ½ tablespoon grainy mustard, ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard, ½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Add up to 1 tablespoon of water to thin the dressing if needed.
- Prepare the salad: In a salad bowl, combine 4 ounces arugula, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, ½ diced English cucumber, ½ sliced avocado, ¼ cup thinly sliced red onions, and ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese if using.
- Toss salad with dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Slice the steak: Thinly slice the rested steak across the grain to ensure tenderness.
- Assemble and serve: Place the dressed salad on a serving platter or divide between two plates. Top with the sliced steak and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Resting the steak after cooking is essential to keep it juicy and tender.
- Adjust the steak cooking time to your preferred doneness (more time for medium or well done).
- The blue cheese is optional but adds a rich, tangy flavor to complement the salad.
- The dressing can be thinned with water to suit your preferred consistency.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the steak for the best texture.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between warm steak and fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
