Beef Salad Bowl with Dressing (Printable)
Tender grilled beef with crisp vegetables and homemade dressing. A vibrant, hearty dish perfect for lunch or dinner.
# What You Need:
→ Beef
01 - 14 oz sirloin steak or flank steak
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
04 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Vegetables and Greens
05 - 5 oz mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, romaine)
06 - 1 medium cucumber, sliced
07 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
09 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
10 - ½ red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 1 avocado, sliced
→ Dressing
12 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
13 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 teaspoon honey
16 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
17 - ½ teaspoon salt
18 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
19 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds
20 - 1 oz crumbled feta cheese
# How To Make It:
01 - Remove beef from refrigeration and allow to reach room temperature. Pat dry with paper towels, then coat both sides evenly with olive oil, kosher salt, and ground black pepper.
02 - Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until smoking. Place steak in pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time based on thickness and desired doneness. Transfer to cutting board, tent loosely with aluminum foil, and rest for 5 minutes.
03 - Combine extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in small mixing bowl. Whisk vigorously until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
04 - Divide mixed salad greens evenly among four serving bowls. Arrange cucumber slices, cherry tomato halves, red bell pepper strips, julienned carrot, red onion slices, and avocado slices artfully around greens.
05 - Slice rested steak thinly against the grain using sharp chef knife. Distribute beef slices evenly among the four bowls, positioning atop salad vegetables.
06 - Drizzle prepared dressing evenly over each bowl. Scatter toasted sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds across surface. Top with crumbled feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The marinade creates this incredible caramelization on the beef that makes even the simplest vegetables taste extraordinary.
- You can prep most components ahead of time, making this my go-to for those nights when cooking feels impossible but takeout feels like giving up.
02 -
- The steak will continue cooking after removal from heat, so take it off the heat slightly before it reaches your desired doneness.
- Adding a splash of the meat juices from resting into your dressing creates this umami explosion I discovered completely by accident.
03 -
- Massaging thinly sliced red onions in a splash of the vinegar for 5 minutes softens their bite while keeping their vibrant color and crunch.
- A quick 30-second sear on the avocado slices creates a delightful warm-cool contrast that completely transforms the salad.