🥩 Grilled Steak Salad with Creamy Dijon Dressing

Fresh, hearty, and packed with flavor, this Grilled Steak Salad with Creamy Dijon Dressing combines perfectly seared medium-rare steak with crisp greens, creamy avocado, fresh vegetables, and a tangy homemade Dijon dressing. It's an easy yet elegant meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Steak

• 2 ribeye, New York strip, or sirloin steaks (about 8 oz / 225 g each)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped (optional)

For the Salad

• 5 cups mixed salad greens

• 1 avocado, diced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cucumber, sliced

• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced

• 6 oz (170 g) Havarti, Monterey Jack, or provolone cheese, cubed

• Fresh parsley for garnish

Creamy Dijon Dressing

• ⅓ cup mayonnaise

• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp honey

• 1 garlic clove, finely minced

• Salt and black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1 – Season the Steak

1. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels.

2. Rub both sides with olive oil.

3. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and rosemary.

4. Let rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes.

Step 2 – Cook the Steak

1. Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill over high heat.

2. Cook steaks:

   • 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare

   • 4–5 minutes for medium

3. Remove from heat.

4. Rest for 10 minutes.

5. Slice thinly against the grain.

Step 3 – Make the Dressing

In a bowl, whisk together:

• Mayonnaise

• Dijon mustard

• Sour cream

• Lemon juice

• Red wine vinegar

• Olive oil

• Honey

• Garlic

• Salt and pepper

Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 4 – Assemble the Salad

1. Arrange the mixed greens in a large serving bowl.

2. Add the avocado, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cheese cubes.

3. Place the sliced steak over the top.

4. Drizzle generously with the creamy Dijon dressing.

5. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Warm garlic bread

• Roasted baby potatoes

• Grilled asparagus

• Buttered corn on the cob

• A glass of Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot

💡 Tips for the Best Steak Salad

• Let the steak rest before slicing to keep it juicy.

• Slice against the grain for maximum tenderness.

• Chill the salad ingredients before assembling for extra freshness.

• Use freshly grated black pepper for the best flavor.

• Add toasted pecans or walnuts for a delicious crunch.

❄️ Storage

• Store the steak and salad separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

• Keep the dressing refrigerated for up to 5 days.

• Dress the salad just before serving to maintain crispness.

🥗 Optional Add-Ins

• Crumbled blue cheese

• Bacon bits

• Hard-boiled eggs

• Roasted mushrooms

• Candied pecans

• Pickled onions

🥩 The Result

This Grilled Steak Salad with Creamy Dijon Dressing offers the perfect balance of freshness and richness:

• Tender, juicy medium-rare steak

• Crisp mixed greens and fresh vegetables

• Creamy avocado and mild cheese

• Smooth, tangy Dijon dressing

• A satisfying, protein-packed meal that's ideal for both casual dinners and special occasions.