Saltgrass Steak Salad Recipe
This salad is known for its balance of flavors and textures, combining the rich and savory flavors of steak with crisp greens, sweet cherry or grape tomatoes, creamy blue cheese, and a flavorful balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 12-ounces boneless beef ribeye steaks (cut 1-inch thick)
- 8 ounces Fresh green beans (trimmed)
- ½ teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
- 5 ounces Mixed spring salad greens
- 1 cup Grape or cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 ounces Blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- ⅓ cup Olive oil
- Coarse kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper
Instructions
- Put fresh green beans in a steamer, and steam until they are just tender. Let them cool.
- Over medium-high heat, heat a large skillet and add the steaks. Sprinkle them with salt and pepper. For medium-rare steaks, cook on one side for about 5 minutes; flip steaks and cook on the other side for another 5 minutes or until they are still pink in the middle. Afterward, transfer the meat to a cutting board and allow it to rest for five minutes.
- Make ¼-inch thick strips from the steak by cutting it across the grain.
- Stir vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl. Once the oil has been added, whisk the mixture until it has become emulsified. Add steaks, beans, tomatoes, and dressing to greens, then divide among four plates. The salad should be topped with crumbled blue cheese. Depending on your taste, add salt and freshly cracked pepper.
Notes
- Begin with high-quality, fresh ingredients.
- Marinate the steak in a flavorful mixture.
- Grill the steak to your desired level of doneness, preferably medium-rare.
- Allow the grilled steak to rest for a few minutes before slicing it.
- Blanch the green beans briefly, then cool them in ice water for a crisp texture.
- Gently toss the salad greens with the balsamic vinaigrette dressing for an even coating.
- Prepare a well-balanced balsamic vinaigrette with sweet and tangy notes.
- Season the steak and salad components with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Layer the salad ingredients thoughtfully, starting with greens, then tomatoes, blue cheese, and steak slices.
- Drizzle the dressing over the steak for a visually appealing presentation.
- Get creative with garnishes such as extra blue cheese crumbles, fresh herbs, or toasted nuts.