Steak Salad

AmericanBeefIntermediate25 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 lb beef tenderloin filets
  • 0.3 tsp salt and black pepper
  • 8 oz mixed field greens
  • 8 stalks asparagus, trimmed and cooked
  • 0.5 cup Greek olives
  • 12 whole cherry tomatoes
  • 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp finely minced garlic
  • 1 tsp finely minced onion
  • 1 tbsp Italian herb spice blend
  • 0.5 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine all vinaigrette ingredients (olive oil, garlic, onion, Italian herbs, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper) in a jar with tight-fitting lid. Shake well. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Season beef with salt and pepper. Grill until medium-rare, turning once, about 17 minutes total.

  3. 3

    Slice beef on the diagonal into thin pieces.

  4. 4

    Place salad greens in a mixing bowl. Toss with 2 ounces of the vinaigrette. Plate dressed greens on serving plates.

  5. 5

    Position asparagus in a 'V' formation on each plate. Add olives and cherry tomatoes.

  6. 6

    Place tenderloin slices down center of each salad. Serve with remaining vinaigrette on the side.

Tags

salad