Description
A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring marinated flank steak, crisp greens, and zesty toppings, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp of your favorite salsa
- 1 tbsp light olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice (1 large lime or 2 small limes)
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/8 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 pound flank steak
- 4 dashes Worcester Sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp onion flakes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cane sugar
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp celery seed
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 16 oz mixed greens
- Green pepper
- Shredded cheddar cheese (to preference)
- 1 15 oz can of spicy black beans, drained and rinsed
- Sliced tomatoes
- 1 15 oz can of black olives
- 2 ears of corn (grilled or cooked)
- Red onion
- Cilantro
- 4 unbaked tortillas
- Chili powder
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Southwest Dressing by combining Greek yogurt, sour cream, mayonnaise, salsa, olive oil, lime juice, and spices in a bowl.
- Whisk until smooth and well-blended. Set aside.
- Marinate the flank steak in a bowl with Worcestershire sauce, salt, onion flakes, garlic powder, cane sugar, paprika, pepper, celery seed, and turmeric.
- Let the steak marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated flank steak for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Remove from the grill and allow the steak to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
- Assemble the salad by layering mixed greens, sliced green pepper, cheddar cheese, spicy black beans, sliced tomatoes, black olives, grilled corn, red onion, fresh cilantro, and sliced flank steak in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with the prepared Southwest dressing before serving.
- Spray the unbaked tortillas with olive oil and sprinkle chili powder.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown for crispy tortilla strips.
Notes
Customize the salad with your favorite toppings and adjust spice levels to preference. This dish can be prepared in advance but is best assembled just before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg