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Grilled Steak Salad with Lime and Cilantro

A vibrant, quick steak salad with charred beef, crisp bell peppers, red onion, and a zesty lime-cilantro dressing. Perfect for a fresh weeknight dinner.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
380
Protein
28g
Grilled Steak Salad with Lime and Cilantro
FreshSatisfyingAmericanGluten-FreeDairy-FreeBeefCrispTender

Ingredients

  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 2 whole lime
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1 whole red bell pepper
  • 1 whole yellow bell pepper
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1 head romaine lettuce
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat the 1 lb flank steak dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Cook the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, until a thermometer reads 130°F and the outside is nicely charred.

  3. 3

    Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk the juice of 1 lime with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

  4. 4

    Slice the 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, and 1 small red onion into thin strips. Tear the 1 head of romaine into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.

  5. 5

    Add the sliced peppers and onion to the bowl, drizzle with the dressing, and toss to coat. Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain.

  6. 6

    Top the salad with the sliced steak, the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and the juice of the second lime. Roughly chop the cilantro and sprinkle over the top.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately, with extra lime wedges if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk

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