Turkish Steak Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Today I'm sharing one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners that never fails to impress. This Turkish steak salad comes together in just under an hour and is honestly so simple that anyone can make it. The beauty of this dish is how it balances a perfectly seared steak with fresh, crisp vegetables and creamy feta, all tied together with a cooling tzatziki sauce. Pumpkin seeds add a wonderful crunch and are packed with magnesium, which is fantastic for reducing inflammation in your body. What I love most is that it's both affordable and incredibly satisfying, making it perfect for busy evenings when you want something restaurant quality without the fuss or expense.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400steak
- 200lettuce
- 200tomatoes
- 150red onions
- 100cucumber
- 100pumpkin seeds
- 100feta cheese
- 200tzatziki sauce
- 50lemon juice
- 50olive oil
- 1salt
- 1black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Season the steak with salt and black pepper. Grill the steak for 5-6 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak reaches a safe internal temperature of 63°C.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, and pumpkin seeds.
Tip: Use a pair of kitchen shears to cut the lettuce and vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the tzatziki sauce, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Tip: Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste, depending on how sour you like your dressing.
- 4
Add the sliced steak to the bowl with the vegetables and pour the tzatziki sauce over the top.
Tip: Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients.
- 5
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad.
Tip: Use a fork to crumble the cheese into small pieces.
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