Healthy Steak Salad Recipe

I love preparing a steak salad featuring tender flank steak seasoned with salt, pepper, and seared in olive oil. It includes mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, avocado, and feta tossed in a bright lemon Dijon dressing. This is my Best Steak Salad recipe for dinner.

I recently whipped up a Healthy Steak Salad Recipe that’s become one of my go-to meals. I used a 1 lb flank steak, seasoned it with salt and pepper, and sizzled it in 2 tbsp of olive oil along with garlic until it got that perfect char.

Once the steak was ready, I tossed it into a big bowl of mixed greens like spinach and arugula, alongside cherry tomatoes halved just right, thinly sliced red onion, cucumber slices, and diced avocado. I sprinkled a bit of crumbled feta cheese on top, and drizzled over a simple dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard.

This recipe feels fresh and bold without being over the top and it stands out when you’re looking for something healthy yet satisfying. I really think this salad is among the best steak salad dinners you can make at home.

Enjoy experimenting with it!

Why I Like this Recipe

I really like this recipe because it brings together a perfect combo of juicy steak and crisp, fresh veggies. The way the garlic sizzles in the pan fills the kitchen with this amazing aroma that just makes my mouth water. I dig how the simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and mustard ties everything together with a tart kick that really wakes up the flavors. Plus, tossing it all together is super easy on busy days, so I always feel like I’m treating myself to something tasty without a ton of work. Finally, the mix of warmth from the steak and the cool crunch from the veggies makes every bite exciting and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Flank steak gives rich protein and flavor when its grilled and perfectly seasoned.
• Garlic adds bold aroma and supports immune health while boosting flavor.
• Mixed greens provide fibre, vitamins and crunch; they keep the salad light.
• Cherry tomatoes deliver a sweet tang and load of antioxidants to brighten it up.
• Avocado supplies healthy fats and creaminess, makin the salad feel extra indulgent.
• Feta cheese adds a tangy kick with calcium and a smooth texture.
• The zesty dressing with lemon juice and mustard gives a bright, sharp finish.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 lb flank or skirt steak
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking the steak)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups mixed greens (like spinach and arugula)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• For the dressing: 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, with a pinch of salt and pepper

How to Make this

1. Pat your steak dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat; add the minced garlic and let it sizzle for a few seconds.

3. Place the steak in the pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until its cooked to your liking.

4. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.

5. While the steak is resting, toss 4 cups of mixed greens, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, 1 thinly sliced red onion, 1 sliced cucumber, and 1 diced avocado in a big serving bowl.

6. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese over the salad.

7. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the dressing ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, a pinch of salt and pepper.

8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently until well combined.

9. Place the sliced steak on top of the salad.

10. Serve immediately, enjoy your meal and feel free to adjust seasonings as needed.

Equipment Needed

1. A heavy skillet or frying pan to sear the steak
2. A stove to heat your pan
3. Tongs to flip the steak without burning yourself
4. A cutting board to slice the steak and chop the veggies
5. A sharp chef’s knife for all the cutting work
6. A large serving bowl to toss all the salad ingredients
7. A small bowl or jar to mix the dressing
8. A whisk or fork to beat the dressing together
9. Measuring spoons to get the dressing ingredients just right
10. Paper towels to pat the steak dry before seasoning

FAQ

Healthy Steak Salad Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you can’t get flank or skirt steak, try using sirloin steak or even thinly sliced chicken breast for a lighter twist.
• Not into mixed greens? Baby spinach or kale can be a good change up for extra texture and flavor.
• If cherry tomatoes are hard to come by, grape tomatoes work just as fine and add a sweet burst.
• For red onion, you might opt for thinly sliced white onion if you want a milder and sweeter taste.
• Don’t have feta cheese? Crumbled goat cheese can give you that tangy feel in a different way.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure your steak gets enough room in the pan so it really sears well; if you crowd it, it might stewed instead of nicely browning.
2. Don’t rush letting the steak rest after cooking; even a couple minutes helps keep those juices locked in so every bite is tender.
3. When you mix your salad, toss the greens with a light drizzle of dressing first and then add the rest on top to avoid soggy leaves.
4. Watch out with the garlic – add it just long enough to release its flavor, but not too long or it might burn and turn bitter.