Balsamic Steak And Blue Cheese Salad Recipe

Sizzle into romance with this Balsamic Steak and Blue Cheese Salad! A quick and easy recipe perfect for a romantic dinner for two (easily doubled from a single serving). Tender grilled steak, crisp-tender asparagus and peppers, and creamy blue cheese create a flavor explosion. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 849.9 kcal
Protein 115g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Balsamic Steak And Blue Cheese Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Balsamic Steak And Blue Cheese Salad

  • Boneless Beef Top Sirloin Steaks
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • Red Pepper
  • Asparagus Spear
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Mixed Salad Greens
  • Blue Cheese

How to Make Balsamic Steak And Blue Cheese Salad

  1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine steak and 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette.
  2. Seal the bag tightly and turn several times to coat the steak evenly.
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (longer is better!).
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  5. While the steak marinates, prepare the vegetables: wash and trim 1 bunch asparagus and 1 red bell pepper, removing stem and seeds from pepper. Slice pepper into large chunks.
  6. Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade.
  7. Grill the steak for 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness.
  8. Grill the asparagus and bell pepper alongside the steak for 5-7 minutes, or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally and brushing lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  9. Remove vegetables from grill and cut the pepper in half crosswise.
  10. Remove steak from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  11. In a large bowl, toss 5 oz mixed greens with the remaining 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette.
  12. Add the grilled asparagus and bell pepper to the greens.
  13. Arrange the salad on a serving platter.
  14. Top with the sliced steak.
  15. Crumble 2 ounces of blue cheese over the salad and serve immediately.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

115g

Carbs

6g