Heart-Healthy Grilled Steak Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and nourishing Heart-Healthy Grilled Steak Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette. Packed with lean sirloin steak and an assortment of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and refreshing cucumber, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors. The homemade balsamic vinaigrette—a zesty blend of olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder—beautifully ties the dish together while keeping it light and wholesome. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this salad is a perfect low-calorie, protein-rich meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Whether you're looking for a nutritious family dinner or a colorful entrée to impress guests, this grilled steak salad is a heart-healthy choice that will leave everyone satisfied.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces lean sirloin steak
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 0.25 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium avocado, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to create the vinaigrette.

Step 3

Pat the steak dry with paper towels and brush lightly with some of the vinaigrette for added flavor.

Step 4

Place the steak on the hot grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until medium-rare or your desired level of doneness.

Step 5

Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.

Step 6

While the steak is resting, place mixed salad greens onto a large serving platter or dish.

Step 7

Top the greens with cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and avocado slices.

Step 8

Arrange the sliced steak over the salad.

Step 9

Drizzle the remaining vinaigrette over the entire salad just before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1271.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1383.7

Total Fat 86.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 255.1mg	0%
Sodium 1030.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 102.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 215.1mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 3333.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 29.3%

Carbs: 15.2%