In the spring time and summer, I just love salads. They make the perfect lighter, cooler dinner option for the warmer months. This steak salad is a tasty creation that keeps my steak loving husband happy and my salad loving daughter happy. This Mojito Grilled Steak Salad recipe was shared by Food Network’s Jamika Pessoa with Home & Family host Cristina Ferrare (the show airs weekdays at 10 am ET/PT on the Hallmark Channel). I was given permission to share this delicious restaurant-quality salad with you here.
Salad With Grilled Steak Marinated In A Mojito Sauce
Photo Credit: Copyright 2015 Crown Media Family Networks/Photographer: Jeremy Lee
Serves two people.
Ingredients for Grilled Steak Salad
- 1 Mojito (2 Tbsp. fresh chopped mint, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 2 oz. white rum, 1 lime, juiced, 2 oz. soda)
- 1 (8-10 oz.) lean sirloin steak (flank steak or skirt steak also work well if you let marinate for an extra hour and slice on the bias before you serve)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 head of Romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded, sliced
- ½ red onion, sliced
- 2 ears fresh corn, washed, husks removed
- 8-10 cherry tomatoes, halved
Ingredients for Dressing
- 2 tablespoons chopped mint
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar
- juice of one lime
- 1 teaspoon salt
- a pinch of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
How To Make Grilled Steak Salad:
Photo Credit: Copyright 2015 Crown Media Family Networks/Photographer: Jeremy Lee
1) In a small bowl, whisk Mojito and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Pour over steak and marinate for 20-30 minutes
2) Remove from marinade and pat the steak dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides of steak with salt and pepper. Heat the grill to high heat (around 450-550°F). Place the steak on the hot grill grates and sear for 2-3 minutes per side to create a nice crust. If your grill has two heat zones, move the steak to the cooler side to finish cooking. Chef recommends medium rare 130-135°F or medium 135-140°F. Once cooked, set steak aside to rest for 5-10 minutes on a cutting board. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
3) Lightly drizzle corn, onion, bell pepper, and mango with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on grill (aluminum foil optional) for 2-3 minutes until slightly charred. Remove from grill. Cut corn off cob and dice vegetables. Set aside to cool.
4) Whisk dressing ingredients in a bowl or pulse in a blender or food processor until well mixed. Assemble salad in a large bowl or on a large platter or use individual serving bowls. Toss salad greens in dressing. Thinly slice steak on a cutting board and arrange over salad. Serve immediately.
If you are looking for grilled steak salad recipes, this hearty salad will satisfy beef lovers and veggie lovers alike! It is a relatively easy dinner that guests are sure to love. I like to add some feta cheese or goat cheese crumbles (personal preference).
Printable Grilled Steak Salad Recipe Card
Mojito Grilled Steak Salad Recipe
Delicious fresh salad topped with sliced, grilled steak with mojito marinade.
Ingredients
- Ingredients for Mojito Steak Salad:
- 1 Mojito (2 Tbsp. fresh chopped mint, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 2 oz. white rum, 1 lime, juiced, 2 oz. soda)
- 1 (8-10 oz.) lean sirloin steak
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 head of Romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded, sliced
- ½ red onion, sliced
- 2 ears fresh corn, washed, husks removed
- 8-10 cherry tomatoes, halved
- Ingredients for Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons chopped mint
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar
- juice of one lime
- 1 teaspoon salt
- a pinch of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk Mojito and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Pour over steak and marinate for 20-30 minutes
- Season both sides of steak with salt and pepper and sear or grill until golden brown on the outside and desired doneness inside. (Chef recommends medium rare or medium.) Once cooked, set steak aside to rest.
- Lightly drizzle corn, onion, bell pepper, and mango with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes until slightly charred. Remove from grill and dice vegetables. Set aside to cool.
- Whisk dressing ingredients in a bowl or pulse in a blender until well mixed. Assemble salad on large platter or individual serving bowls. Toss salad in dressing. Thinly slice steak and arrange over salad. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Mojito Grilled Steak Salad Recipe
Serves: 2
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Amount Per Serving: 1 plate
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| Calories | 674.86 kcal | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 40.7 g | 61.5% | |
| Saturated Fat 9.44 g | 45% | |
| Trans Fat 0.01 g | ||
| Cholesterol 89.1 mg | 29.7% | |
| Sodium 1831.56 mg | 76.3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.3 g | 16.7% | |
| Dietary Fiber 13.14 g | 52% | |
| Sugars 22.53 g | ||
| Protein 34.97 g | ||
| Vitamin A 167.61 % | Vitamin C 130.56 % | |
| Calcium 18.84 % | Iron 40.03 % | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Family Focus Blog
I hope you enjoy this Mojito Grilled Steak Salad recipe. This entrée salad makes an easy meal and it is perfect during the hot summer months. It is a beautiful salad with an explosion of flavors. Do you serve a lot of salad during the warmer months?
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Sangeetha Menon says
This is the best steak salad recipe. This restaurant-quality salad made a delicious meal and all approved. I love the little bit of smoky flavor from grilling the steak. That is my favorite salad dressing too.