Chimichurri Steak Salad
User Reviews
5
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Servings
6
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Course
Others
Chimichurri Steak Salad
Description
The Chimichurri Steak Salad features flank steak grilled over medium-high heat and seasoned simply with kosher salt and pepper. The steak’s surface develops a nice crust while staying juicy internally. After resting, it is thinly sliced against the grain to maximize tenderness. The chimichurri sauce, a blend of fresh parsley, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, and olive oil, adds a herby, tangy, and slightly spicy note that complements the beef.
Served on a bed of baby greens and topped with halved grape tomatoes, the salad offers fresh, crisp texture and sweet bursts from the tomatoes. The chimichurri can be drizzled over the salad or tossed with the greens before adding steak, allowing flexibility in serving. This approach creates a balanced dish that’s hearty from the steak and lightened by fresh vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Italian parsley fresh, with stems
- 2 tablespoons oregano fresh leaves
- 4 garlic large cloves
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes crushed
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- salt kosher salt
- black pepper kosher salt
- baby greens 2-3 cups per person for a main dish
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 1 1/2 pound flank steak
Instructions
- Heat grill on medium-high heat.
- In a food processor, blend parsley, oregano, and garlic until combined, approximately 10 seconds. Add 1/2 cup oil, vinegar, and pepper flakes; blend to your desired texture. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Brush grill with oil or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper. Grill steak to desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. 6-7 minutes for medium. Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest for about 5 minutes.
- Thinly slice steak across grain on slight diagonal. Arrange steak atop greens. Drizzle with chimmichurri sauce or toss greens with sauce before adding the meat. Add the tomatoes.