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    October 8, 2023

    Southwest Steak Salad

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    This Southwest Steak Salad with tender skirt (or flank) steak that has been marinated in Southwest Seasoning is so flavorful and tender. The best part is it takes about 15 minutes to grill. Slice it up and top your favorite salad. I always go for fresh and crunchy and this salad packs a lot of crunch! Top it off with your favorite dressing. Salads are a staple here all year round and these Buffalo Chicken Burger Bowls are always a hit!

    Southwest Steak Salad round white bowls

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    Tender, melt in your mouth skirt steak over crunchy veggies is any salad lovers dream. Especially when topped with your favorite dressing! We like Get Side Dish Southwest Dressing for this one and you can use Penny15 to save 15%.

    Ingredients You Will Need

    Flank Steak or Skirt Steak: flank steak is generally a thicker and leaner cut of beef while skirt steak is generally thinner and fattier and has more marbling. Both are excellent choices for this recipe.

    Avocado Oil: is extracted from the pulp of the avocado. It is delicious and nutritious and easy to use.

    Southwest Seasoning: either store bought or see my recipe.

     Lime: adds a tangy citrus flavor that enhances the dish's overall taste and freshness.

    Salad:

    Broccoli Slaw: is made from shredded broccoli stems and often includes shredded carrots and cabbage too.

    Red Cabbage: or purple, this cabbage has a high concentration of antioxidants. It is just so pretty and a favorite of mine for all sorts of salads.

    Carrot Sticks: have already been peeled, washed and precut for you and they add a natural sweetness to your dish.

    Red Bell Pepper: a member of the nightshade family and are related to tomatoes. They can be green, red, yellow or orange. Red bell pepper adds a nice sweetness to this salad.

    Red Onion: adds a crunchy texture and bold flavor, elevating salads with its zesty kick.

    Instructions

    Place steak: in a zip lock bag with oil, lime juice and seasoning, massage well and marinate over night.

    Assemble: salad bowls with ½ cup each of broccoli slaw, cabbage, carrots and some pepper slivers.

    Add: onions and lime wedges.

    Grill steak: for approximately 6-8 minutes per side depending on how thick your meat is. We like medium rare so 125° at thickest part.

    Cover steak: with foil and let rest 5-8 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute through the meat.

    Slice steak: against the grain thinly and place it over the salad.

    Dress the salad: with your favorite dressing or you can use Get Side Dish Southwest Dressing.

    Recipe Tips and Tricks

    Marinate the steak: for the best flavor, marinate your meat overnight.

    Prep ahead: by cutting the veggies a day or two ahead so they are ready for assembling your salad the day you wish to cook the steak.

    Recipe Variations

    Chicken: is a great substitute for the steak. Be sure to adjust your cooking time accordingly.

    Avocado: is a great salad topper for this Southwest Steak Salad.

    Coleslaw: can be used in place of broccoli slaw.

    Corn: is a great addition to this salad if you are not concerned about keeping the recipe Paleo or Whole30 friendly.

    Storage Tips

    You can store this Southwest Steak Salad in the refrigerator for 4-5 days in an airtight glass container.

    FAQs About Southwest Steak Salad

    Should you marinate flank steak?

    Yes, marinating flank steak is highly recommended as it helps to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.

    Is eating steak and salad healthy?

    It can help you lose weight because it has no carbohydrates and helps maintain your satiety level.

    Can I put salad dressing on the night before?

    No, it's generally not recommended to add salad dressing the night before especially if your salad contains leafy greens like lettuce or spinach.

    Southwest Steak Salad round white bowls

    Southwest Steak Salad

    Penny Kovacs
    This Southwest Steak Salad with tender skirt (or flank) steak that has been marinated in my Southwest Seasoning. It is so flavorful and tender and takes about 15 minutes to grill. Slice it up and top your favorite salad. I always go for fresh and crunchy and this salad packs a lot of crunch! Top it off with your favorite dressing.
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    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    8 hours hrs
    Total Time 8 hours hrs 45 minutes mins
    Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ lb Flank Steak or skirt steak
    • ¼ cup Avocado Oil
    • 1 tablespoon Southwest Seasoning click for recipe, see my recipe
    • ½ Lime large lime, juiced
    • Salad
    • 2 cups Broccoli Slaw
    • 2 cups Red Cabbage shredded
    • 2 cups Carrot Sticks
    • 1 Red Bell Pepper large one, sliced in thin strips
    • 1 Red Onion sliced in thin wedges
    • 1 Lime cut in wedges for garnish
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    Instructions
     

    • Place steak in a zip lock bag with oil, lime juice and seasoning, massage well and marinate over night
    • Assemble salad bowls with ½ cup each of broccoli slaw, cabbage, carrots and some pepper slivers
    • Add onions and lime wedges
    • Grill steak for approximately 6-8 minutes per side depending on how thick your meat is
    • We like medium rare so 125° at thickest part
    • Cover steak with foil and let rest 5-8 minutes
    • Slice steak against the grain thinly
    • Place steak on salad
    • Drizzle your favorite dressing, see note

    Notes

    We used Get Side Dish Southwest Dressing
    Keyword Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Healthy, Paleo, Salad, Whole30
    Tried this recipe?Mention @pennypsprimal or tag #pennysprimal

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