A steak salad with chimichurri sounds absolutely delicious! Here’s a simple recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
For the Steak:
- 1 lb (450g) steak (such as flank steak or sirloin)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil
For the Salad:
- Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, lettuce)
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Avocado, sliced
For the Chimichurri Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce:
- In a bowl, combine chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the Steak:
- Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Drizzle olive oil over the steak and rub it in.
- Cook the steak to your desired doneness:
- For medium-rare, cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your steak and your preferred level of doneness.
- Once cooked, remove the steak from the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Assemble the Salad:
- While the steak is resting, prepare your salad ingredients. Place mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and avocado slices in a large bowl.
- Slice the Steak:
- Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain.
- Serve:
- Arrange the sliced steak over the salad.
- Drizzle chimichurri sauce generously over the steak and salad.
- Enjoy!
- Serve immediately and enjoy your steak salad with chimichurri!
This dish is flavorful, fresh, and perfect for a satisfying meal. Adjust the seasoning and spice level of the chimichurri sauce to suit your taste preferences. Bon appétit!
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