Healthy Lite Steak Salad
Elevate your salad game with this "Healthy Lite Steak Salad," a vibrant and protein-packed dish that's as satisfying as it is nutritious. Featuring juicy, perfectly seared lean sirloin steak atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, this salad is studded with fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, tangy red onion, and crumbled feta cheese for a medley of flavors and textures. A simple homemade balsamic dressing, with a hint of Dijon mustard and honey, ties it all together, offering a delightful balance of tanginess and sweetness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-calorie, high-protein recipe is perfect for a light lunch, quick dinner, or meal prep. Healthy eating has never looked—or tasted—so good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces lean sirloin steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 0.25 cups red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 0.25 cups feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
Remove the steak from the refrigerator and let it rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow even cooking.
Rub both sides of the steak with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until your desired level of doneness is achieved (internal temperature of 130°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium).
Remove the steak from the pan and cover it loosely with foil. Let it rest for 5-7 minutes to retain its juices.
While the steak rests, assemble the salad. In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, diced avocado, and crumbled feta cheese.
To make the dressing, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain for tender bites.
Top the salad with the sliced steak and drizzle with the balsamic dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Healthy Lite Steak Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.0 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2184 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.4 g | ||
| Protein | 80.5 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 493 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 3044 mg | 65% | |
*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.
