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Steak & Caramelized Onions with Arugula and Penne

Grilled steak, arugula and pasta salad is topped with sweet balsamic caramelized onions and fresh shaved Parmesan. I'm a sucker for a good steak salad, and this one is AWESOME!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 384 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb top sirloin
  • 1/2 medium red onion
  • kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper (to taste)
  • 1 large white onion
  • 4 oz penne pasta (I used Tru Roots GF penne w/ quinoa, amaranth & brown rice)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 3 oz baby arugula
  • 1/2 tsp kosher coarse salt
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 tbsp golden balsamic vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp golden balsamic
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 oz shaved Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Season steak with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. For the caramelized onions: cut onions in half and thinly slice short end.  Add 1 tbsp olive oil to a nonstick skillet and add the onions. Add salt, paprika, and balsamic vinegar and cook on medium-low to low heat until onions are tender, transparent, and slightly brown, about 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside in a large work bowl and let cool.
  5. While the pasta is cooling, heat a grill pan over high heat and spray with cooking spray or preheat the broiler to high.
  6. Cook the steaks about 3 to 4 minutes on each side for medium rare, or longer to your desired likeness (until a thermometer inserted in the center registers 145°F for medium rare, 160°F for medium, or 165°F for well done.)
  7. Let stand for 10 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  8. Add the arugula, 4 teaspoons olive oil, 1 1/2 tbsp balsamic, salt and pepper to the bowl with the pasta and toss.
  9. Add the caramelized onions, toss well and divide between four plates, about 1 1/2 cups each. Top each with 3 oz steak and shaved Parmesan. Eat right away.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1-1/2 cups salad, 3 oz steak Calories 384kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 29.5g (10%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 2.5g (13%) Cholesterol 54mg (18%) Sodium 588mg (25%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 384

% Daily Value*

Serving 1-1/2 cups salad, 3 oz steak
Calories 384kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 29.5g 10%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 2.5g 13%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 588mg 25%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.