Ingredients
Steak Marinade:
- 1 lbs petite sirloin steak
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 lime, juiced and zested
Steak Salad:
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 cups baby arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- ½ medium red onion, sliced
- ½ medium cucumber, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled bleu cheese or feta cheese
- 1 batch Basil Vinaigrette Dressing (or your favorite salad dressing), divided
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Stir together the avocado oil, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, lime juice, and lime zest in a shallow bowl or gallon zip lock bag. Add the petite sirloin steak and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate, allowing the steak to marinate for 8 hours or overnight to infuse the flavors deeply.
- Preheat the Grill: About 15 minutes before cooking, preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 450°F (232°C), ensuring a hot surface for a good sear on the steak.
- Grill the Steak: Place the marinated steak on the preheated grill and cook for 5 minutes on the first side. Flip the steak and continue grilling for 3 to 5 minutes more, depending on your preferred doneness level (medium rare to medium recommended).
- Rest the Steak: Remove the steak from the grill and set it aside to rest for about 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a juicy and tender steak when sliced.
- Prepare the Dressing: While the steak rests, make a batch of basil vinaigrette dressing or prepare your favorite salad dressing to complement the salad.
- Assemble the Salad: Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain. In individual salad bowls or a large serving platter, combine chopped romaine lettuce, baby arugula, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, red onion, cucumber, and crumbled bleu or feta cheese. Lay the sliced steak on top, drizzle with the prepared basil vinaigrette dressing, and gently toss or serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinating the steak overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness significantly.
- If you do not have a grill, a grill pan or cast-iron skillet on the stovetop works well as an alternative.
- Adjust cooking times according to steak thickness and desired doneness.
- The salad can be customized by switching bleu cheese with feta or goat cheese for different flavor profiles.
- For a lighter version, reduce the amount of oil in the marinade and dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
