Grilled Steak with Side Salad
A quick and satisfying grilled steak served with a fresh side salad topped with blue cheese crumbles and tomato slices.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 40g

Ingredients
- 1 lb steak
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 tomato
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Season the 1 lb steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- 2
Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Add the steak and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, until nicely charred and internal temperature reaches 130°F.
- 3
While the steak cooks, toss the 4 cups mixed greens with 2 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Slice the 1 tomato and add to the salad.
- 4
Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then slice it against the grain.
- 5
Top the salad with the sliced steak and 0.5 cup blue cheese crumbles. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and serve.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Tongs
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Salad bowl
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