Description
A delicious and refreshing Grilled Balsamic Steak Salad with Gorgonzola & Corn, perfect for a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the flank steak in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
- Once cooked, remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
- While the steak is resting, grill the corn (if using fresh) for about 5-7 minutes until charred, or heat canned/frozen corn in a skillet until warmed through.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, corn, sliced red onion, and chopped basil (if using).
- Top the salad with the sliced steak and sprinkle with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese.
- Drizzle with additional balsamic vinegar or olive oil if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the salad.
- Substitute the Gorgonzola cheese with feta or goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg