
Spanish Steak Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Spanish steak salad is one of my favorite dishes to make when I want something that feels restaurant quality but comes together in just an hour. The beauty of it is how the warm, seasoned steak contrasts with cool, crisp greens and a bright orange vinaigrette that brings everything to life. Cherry tomatoes are packed with lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that's great for your heart, and they add such lovely pops of color and sweetness. What I love most is how forgiving and simple this recipe is, even though it looks fancy enough to impress guests. The whole meal comes together quickly without requiring any complicated techniques, making it perfect for busy weeknights or weekend entertaining.
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Ingredients
- 600steak
- 400mixed greens
- 800cherry tomatoes
- 200red onion
- 200red bell pepper
- 200 mlorange vinaigrette
- 50 gflour
- 100 mlolive oil
- 10 gsalt
- 5 gblack pepper
- 3garlic
- 50 mlsherry vinegar
- 20 gcitrus zest
- 200 gfeta cheese
- 200 gpita bread
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Season the steak with salt and black pepper.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak reaches 63°C.
- 2
Toss the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and red bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
Tip: Use a gentle touch to avoid bruising the vegetables.
- 3
Grill the steak to desired doneness, then let it rest for 5 minutes.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak reaches 63°C.
- 4
Make the orange vinaigrette by whisking together flour, sherry vinegar, and citrus zest in a small bowl.
Tip: Adjust the vinaigrette to taste by adding more vinegar or zest.
- 5
Whisk the orange vinaigrette into the bowl with the vegetables and toss to coat.
Tip: Add the feta cheese and toss to combine.
- 6
Slice the rested steak against the grain into thin strips.
Tip: Serve the steak on top of the salad and garnish with pita bread croutons.
- 7
Toss the pita bread croutons with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Tip: Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until crispy.
- 8
Serve the Spanish steak salad immediately.
Tip: Garnish with additional citrus zest and feta cheese if desired.
- 9
Optional: Top with additional feta cheese, citrus zest, or pita bread croutons for extra flavor and texture.
Tip: Adjust to taste.
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