Jul 14 2026
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Steak Salad Recipe

Inspired by Downtowner Woodfire Grill
Time45m
Serves2

Grilled NY strip, mixed greens, blue cheese, roasted tomato, grilled red onion, cucumbers & balsamic vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and dry the mixed greens. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. Cut the red onion into thick slices. Cut the tomatoes in half.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to high heat.

Cooking the Steak

  1. 3

    Season the Steak

    Rub the NY strip steak with olive oil, salt, and black pepper on both sides.

  2. 4

    Grill the Steak

    Place the seasoned steak on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Adjust the time according to your desired doneness.

  3. 5

    Rest the Steak

    Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Grilling the Vegetables

  1. 6

    Grill the Red Onion

    Place the thick slices of red onion on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until they have grill marks and are tender.

  2. 7

    Roast the Tomatoes

    Place the halved tomatoes on the grill, cut side down, and grill for 3-4 minutes until softened and slightly charred.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 8

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, add the mixed greens, grilled red onion, grilled tomatoes, and sliced cucumbers.

  2. 9

    Add Blue Cheese

    Crumble the blue cheese over the top of the salad.

  3. 10

    Slice the Steak

    Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain and place it on top of the salad.

  4. 11

    Drizzle with Dressing

    Pour the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

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