Description
A vibrant and flavorful Grilled Balsamic Steak Salad combining tender marinated steak, tangy balsamic vinegar, creamy gorgonzola cheese, and sweet grilled corn served over fresh mixed greens and cherry tomatoes. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal in about 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak and Marinade
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad
- 4 oz gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup fresh or grilled corn kernels
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: Combine balsamic vinegar with salt and pepper in a bowl. Place the flank or sirloin steak in the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat and grill the steak: Heat your grill to medium-high. Grill the marinated steak for 5-7 minutes on each side until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Once cooked, remove the steak and let it rest for a few minutes to retain juices.
- Grill the corn: If using fresh corn, grill it for the last few minutes while the steak is cooking until it is slightly charred, then remove the kernels from the cob. If using pre-cooked corn, you can skip grilling.
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens with halved cherry tomatoes and toss gently to mix.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle the grilled corn kernels and crumbled gorgonzola cheese evenly over the greens and tomatoes.
- Slice and assemble: Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain. Arrange the steak strips on top of the salad. Finally, drizzle the entire salad with extra virgin olive oil and additional balsamic vinegar if desired.
Notes
- Allowing the steak to rest after grilling helps keep it juicy and tender.
- You can substitute gorgonzola cheese with blue cheese or feta if preferred.
- Fresh corn can be substituted with frozen or canned sweet corn if grilling is not an option.
- Adjust the balsamic vinegar quantity to taste for a tangier or milder flavor.
