Panera Bread's Bistro Steak Salad

Savor the perfect blend of bold flavors and fresh ingredients with Panera Bread's Bistro Steak Salad, a hearty yet elegant dish that's bursting with culinary charm. This recipe features tender, seared sirloin steak, thinly sliced for the perfect bite, atop a bed of crisp mixed greens. Sweet grape tomatoes and tangy homemade pickled red onions add vibrant flavor, while creamy Gorgonzola cheese crumbles provide an indulgent, savory twist. The star ingredient? A zesty horseradish dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, elevating every forkful. Ideal for a quick yet impressive meal, this bistro-style steak salad is ready in just 30 minutes and serves as a restaurant-quality dish you can enjoy at home. Perfect for steak salad lovers, it’s a must-try recipe that balances rich, fresh, and tangy notes with ease.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Sirloin steak
• 6 cups Mixed greens
• 1 cup Grape tomatoes
• 1 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 0.5 cup Gorgonzola cheese crumbles
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Horseradish
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the pickled onions. Thinly slice the red onion and place it in a small bowl. In a separate small saucepan, heat the apple cider vinegar and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Pour the hot mixture over the onions and set aside to pickle while preparing the rest of the salad.

Step 2

Season the sirloin steak with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for 5-7 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Step 4

To make the horseradish dressing, whisk together the horseradish, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 5

Build the salad by arranging the mixed greens on a serving platter or individual plates. Scatter the grape tomatoes and pickled onions (drained) over the greens.

Step 6

Top the salad with the sliced steak and sprinkle the gorgonzola cheese crumbles over everything.

Step 7

Drizzle the salad with the prepared horseradish dressing, and finish with a final sprinkle of salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1357.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2394.7

Total Fat 162.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 549.6mg	0%
Sodium 5941.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 39.8g
Protein 159.7g	0%

Vitamin D 61.9IU	0%
Calcium 891.2mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 2803.5mg	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: 61.3%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 11.9%