Best Southwestern Steak Salads Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN STEAK SALADS



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Topped with a zippy dressing, this hearty salad eats like a meal and provides plenty of fresh veggies. -Tammy Griffin, Frankston, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound beef top sirloin steak (1 inch thick)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3/4 cup chopped tomatoes
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/3 cup ranch salad dressing
2 tablespoons picante sauce
1 teaspoon taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)., Meanwhile, combine the spinach, red pepper, tomatoes and onion; divide among four serving plates. In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, picante sauce and taco seasoning. Slice steak against the grain; arrange over salads. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 555mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN STEAK SALAD



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Pasta salad loaded with steak, peppers and onions makes both my boyfriend and me happy. Plus, it's versatile! We serve it hot, room temperature or cold. -Yvonne Starlin, Westmoreland, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 beef top sirloin steak (1 inch thick and 3/4 pound)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 poblano peppers, halved and seeded
2 large ears sweet corn, husks removed
1 large sweet onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups uncooked multigrain bow tie pasta
2 large tomatoes
DRESSING:
1/4 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Rub steak with salt, cumin and pepper. Brush poblano peppers, corn and onion with oil. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Grill vegetables, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally., Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, cut corn from cob; coarsely chop peppers, onion and tomatoes. Transfer vegetables to a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, oil, salt, cumin and pepper until blended; stir in cilantro., Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cut steak into thin slices; add to salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

SOUTHWEST STEAK SALAD



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With its tangy combination of lemon juice and balsamic vinegar dressing, this hearty dish perks up your mouth and fills you up. Caroline Shively - Alexandria, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1 small red onion, chopped
1 each small green, sweet red and yellow peppers, chopped
1 cooked Southwest Flank Steak, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first five ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, onion and peppers. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Divide among four plates. Heat steak if desired; place over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN STEAK SALAD



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In the dressing, honey balances the lime's acidity and the chipotle's spice. Add juices from the seared steak to make it even more savory. If you prefer, you can grill the steak instead of searing it in a skillet.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound skirt steak (1/2 inch thick), trimmed
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 hearts romaine lettuce, torn
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and diced
1/2 English cucumber, peeled and diced small
6 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 to 2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high; cut steak into 4 pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook 2 1/2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil. Let rest 5 minutes, then thinly slice.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss together lettuce, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • In a small bowl, combine chile, lime juice, honey, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper. Gradually whisk in oil and any accumulated juices from steak. Pour dressing over salad and toss; add steak and toss again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 g, Fat 36 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 27 g

EASY SOUTHWESTERN STEAK SALAD



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This salad eats like a meal, thanks to grilled sirloin and a creamy dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

Sirloin steak
Red onion rounds
Sour cream
Extra-virgin olive oil
Chopped chipotle chile in adobe
Lime juice
Spring mix or other greens
Toasted pepitas
Jicama or cucumber

Steps:

  • Grill steak and onion. Thinly slice steak. Make a dressing with equal amounts sour cream and olive oil, and season with chopped chipotle chiles and lime juice. Toss together steak, onion, greens, and dressing; top with pepitas and jicama or cucumber.

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