Grilled Steak Salad with Lime and Cilantro
A vibrant, quick steak salad with charred beef, crisp bell peppers, red onion, and a zesty lime-cilantro dressing. Perfect for a fresh weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat the 1 lb flank steak dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Step 2
Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Cook the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, until a thermometer reads 130°F and the outside is nicely charred.
Step 3
Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk the juice of 1 lime with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Step 4
Slice the 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, and 1 small red onion into thin strips. Tear the 1 head of romaine into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
Step 5
Add the sliced peppers and onion to the bowl, drizzle with the dressing, and toss to coat. Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain.
Step 6
Top the salad with the sliced steak, the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and the juice of the second lime. Roughly chop the cilantro and sprinkle over the top.
Step 7
Serve immediately, with extra lime wedges if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Large bowl
- Whisk
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