Steak Avocado Salad!

🥩🥑 Steak Avocado Salad (Serves 2–3)

Ingredients

For the Steak

• 12–14 oz (350–400 g) flank steak, ribeye, or sirloin

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

For the Salad

• 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, spinach, or spring mix)

• 1 large avocado, sliced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ small red onion, thinly sliced

• ½ cucumber, sliced

• Optional: corn, feta cheese, or crumbled blue cheese

For the Dressing

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1½ tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the Steak

1. Pat steak dry and rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

2. Heat a skillet or grill pan over high heat.

3. Cook steak 3–5 minutes per side (medium-rare to medium).

4. Remove from heat and let rest 5–10 minutes.

5. Slice thinly against the grain.

2. Make the Dressing

1. Whisk olive oil, citrus juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.

2. Taste and adjust acidity or sweetness.

3. Assemble the Salad

1. Add greens to a large bowl.

2. Top with avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

3. Add sliced steak.

4. Drizzle dressing just before serving and toss lightly.

Optional Add-Ons

• Grilled corn 🌽

• Roasted sweet potatoes

• Crispy tortilla strips

• Toasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds

❓ Q & A

Q: What’s the best steak cut for this salad?

A: Flank steak, skirt steak, ribeye, or sirloin work best. Choose cuts that stay tender and slice easily.

Q: Can I make this salad ahead of time?

A: Yes—prep ingredients separately. Assemble and add dressing just before serving to avoid soggy greens.

Q: How do I keep avocado from browning?

A: Toss slices lightly in lemon or lime juice and store airtight.

Q: Can I use a different protein?

A: Absolutely. Grilled chicken, shrimp, salmon, or tofu are great substitutes.

Q: Is this salad keto or low-carb?

A: Yes! Skip honey in the dressing or use a keto-friendly sweetener.

Q: What dressing alternatives work well?

A:

• Cilantro lime vinaigrette

• Balsamic vinaigrette

• Creamy avocado dressing

Q: How long does leftover steak last?

A: Stored properly, cooked steak lasts 3–4 days in the refrigerator.