Elevate your salad game with this Grilled Steak Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, a perfect harmony of bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Featuring tender, perfectly grilled ribeye steak, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy crumbled blue cheese, this recipe brings sophistication to every bite. Tossed with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette infused with garlic and Dijon mustard, the vibrant mixed greens and crisp red onion complement the hearty steak beautifully. Ready in under 30 minutes, this wholesome and protein-packed dish is ideal for an elegant yet effortless dinner or a crowd-pleasing addition to your cookout. Whether you're looking for a healthy main course or a gourmet salad, this recipe delivers irresistible flavor in every forkful.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Season the ribeye steak generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes on each side or until it reaches your desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check for precise cooking (130°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium).
Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
While the steak is resting, prepare the salad dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
Slice the avocado and add it to the salad.
Once the steak has rested, slice it thinly against the grain and add it to the salad.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese over the salad.
Serve the salad immediately, adjusting seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Calories |
2416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 177.3 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.8 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 5882 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 156.9 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 860 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 3860 mg | 82% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.