Description
That leftover steak staring at you? It’s not just dinner—it’s your next flavor breakthrough. This vibrant salad layers juicy grilled steak over peppery arugula, sweet grilled onions, bursty tomatoes, and creamy blue cheese, all kissed by a tangy balsamic dressing. What began as a fridge raid is now our go-to for lazy patio dinners and quick win weeknights. Salad skeptics? They’ll be converts. Let’s give steak night a fresh new groove!
Ingredients
For the Steak:
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1¼ lbs flank, skirt, or hanger steak
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1½ tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp ground black pepper
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2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
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1 tbsp olive oil
For the Salad:
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1 red onion, thickly sliced
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1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
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3 cups mixed greens
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3 cups arugula
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4 oz crumbled blue cheese
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Olive oil for grilling
For the Dressing:
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¼ cup balsamic vinegar
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1 tsp honey
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¾ tsp kosher salt
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⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Marinate Steak (30 mins):
Rub steak with salt, pepper, balsamic, and olive oil. Let rest at room temp. -
Grill Onion:
Grill or sear onion slices with olive oil for 4–6 mins per side until softened and charred. -
Cook Steak:
Grill or pan-sear steak 3–5 mins per side for medium-rare. Rest 5 mins, then slice thinly against the grain. -
Make Dressing:
Whisk all ingredients until smooth. Adjust to taste. -
Assemble Salad:
Toss greens, arugula, tomatoes, grilled onion, and half the cheese. Top with steak, remaining cheese, and dressing.
Notes
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Rest That Steak: Always let steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing—this keeps the juices where they belong (in the steak!).
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Slice Against the Grain: Look for the muscle lines and cut perpendicular—this makes the steak tender, not chewy.
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Char Those Onions: Grill or sear red onion slices for sweetness and smoky depth. Don’t skip it—it adds magic.
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Use Mixed Greens + Arugula: Blending leafy greens keeps the salad balanced—peppery and mild in harmony.
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Toss Gently: Use clean hands to combine the salad for fluffier, less-bruised greens.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g