Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the American Southwest with our ultimate guide to the perfect grilled southwestern steak salad. This tantalizing dish combines the smokiness of grilled steak, the freshness of crisp greens, and the vibrant flavors of southwestern ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or just starting your outdoor cooking adventure, let us guide you through the steps to create a southwestern steak salad that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!
SOUTHWESTERN STEAK SALADS
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
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
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.
GRILLED SOUTHWEST STEAKS WITH SUNSET SALAD
[DRAFT]
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1)Combine Marinade ingredients in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate 2 tablespoons for Sunset Salad. Place beef steaks and remaining marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steaks to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally. 2)Place corn and bell peppers on grid over medium, ash-covered coals; grill peppers, covered, 11 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, times remain the same) and corn 15 to 20 minutes (gas grill times remain the same) or until tender, turning occasionally. Remove; set aside to cool slightly. 3)Add 3 to 4 additional briquettes to each side of fire grate to maintain medium heat, if necessary. Remove steaks from marinade; discard marinade. Place steaks on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 13 to 15 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 17 to 19 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) doneness, turning occasionally. 4)Meanwhile, to prepare Sunset Salad, chop bell peppers and cut corn kernels from cobs; place in medium bowl. Add tomato. Whisk reserved marinade and oil in small bowl until blended. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. 5)Carve steaks into thin slices. Serve with salad.
SOUTHWESTERN STEAK SALAD
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
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
GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN POTATO SALAD
This salad is great with a grilled steak for a Tex-Mex meal, and most of it can even be prepared out in the backyard. Poblanos and cayenne make it pop. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 5 minutes. Drain potatoes and toss with oil., Grill poblanos, covered, over high heat 8-10 minutes or until skins are blistered and blackened on all sides, turning occasionally. Immediately place peppers in a small bowl; let stand, covered, 20 minutes. Reduce grill temperature to medium heat., Grill corn and potatoes, covered, over medium heat 12-15 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, turning occasionally. Cool slightly., Peel off and discard charred skin from poblanos; remove stems and seeds. Cut peppers into 1/2-in. pieces and place in a large bowl. Cut corn from cobs and cut potatoes into 3/4-in. pieces; add to peppers., In a small bowl, whisk buttermilk, sour cream and lime juice until blended; stir in jalapeno, cilantro and seasonings. Add to potato mixture, stirring in as much dressing as desired to coat. Serve with lime wedges. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN STEAK
Rib-eye steaks on the grill? You're sure to find some takers! A bit of A.1. Sauce and some taco seasoning give these steaks big flavor, and fast!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat grill to medium heat.
- Brush steaks with oil; coat with chili seasoning. Let stand 5 min.
- Grill 5 min., turning after 3 min. Brush with A.1.; grill 4 to 5 min. or to medium doneness (160ºF), turning after 2 min.
- Remove steaks from grill; cover with foil. Let stand 5 min. before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 460 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 23 g
GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN SHRIMP SALAD
Grilled shrimp salad filled with corn and lettuce gives you a hearty dinner - that's ready in 25 minutes. Perfect if you love Southwestern cuisine.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill.
- Sprinkle shrimp evenly with chili powder; set aside. Spray grill rack with cooking spray. Place corn on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 12 minutes, turning occasionally. Add shrimp to grill for last 6 minutes of cooking time; cook, turning once, until shrimp are pink. Cut kernels from ears of corn. Discard cobs. In small bowl, stir lime juice, oil, honey, salt, cumin and pepper with whisk; set aside.
- In large bowl, stir together shrimp, corn, lettuce and tomatoes; drizzle with dressing and toss well. Add avocado; toss gently. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg
GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN STEAK AND COLORFUL VEGETABLES
[DRAFT]
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 6 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1) Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Place beef steak and marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally. 2) Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Place steak on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 12 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 16 to 19 minutes) for medium rare (145degreesF) doneness, turning once. Do not overcook. 3) Meanwhile prepare Colorful Vegetables. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large non-stick skillet over medium- high heat. Add bell pepper strips; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add mushrooms, zucchini, cumin, salt and black pepper; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add tomato and green onion; cook and stir 1 minute. 4) Carve steak into thin slices; season with salt, as desired. Serve with Colorful Vegetables.
EASY SOUTHWESTERN STEAK SALAD
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
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.
SOUTHWESTERN GRILLED BEEF SALAD WITH CORN SALSA AND CHIPOTLE DRESSING
Steps:
- For dressing:
- Whisk first 4 ingredients in medium bowl in blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
- For Salsa:
- Blanch corn in large pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes. Drain. Cool. Cut corn from cob. Transfer corn kernels to large bowl. Add tomatoes, jicama, onion and cilantro and mix. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
- For steak:
- Combine first 4 ingredients in small bowl. Spread spice paste over both sides of steaks. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 6 hours.
- For Assembly:
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Grill steaks to desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steaks to cutting board and let stand 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add avocado and 2 tablespoons dressing to salsa and mix. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place greens in large bowl and toss with enough dressing to coat. Divide greens equally among 6 plates. Fan some mango slices on 1 side of each salad. Top each salad with 1/2 cup salsa.
- Thinly steaks crosswise. Arrange atop greens. Serve, passing remaining dressing separately.
GRILLED SOUTHWEST STEAK AND SALSA SANDWICHES
Fire up the grill for a sassy beef sandwich with salsa, avocado and cheese.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. Sprinkle both sides of beef with seasoned salt, garlic-pepper blend, chili powder and oregano.
- Place beef on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 8 to 9 minutes, turning once or twice, until desired doneness. Add buns, cut sides down, for last 4 minutes of grilling or until toasted.
- Cut beef crosswise into thin slices. Spread about 2 tablespoons salsa on bottom of each bun. Top with beef, avocado, cheese and tops of buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g
GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN PASTA SALAD
Make and share this Grilled Southwestern Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Steak
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of lightly salted water as package directs. Drain; rinse under cold water and drain again. Transfer to a large serving bowl.
- Heat outdoor grill. Rub steak with 1/4 tsp each of the cumin, salt and pepper. Coat steak, peppers, corn and onion with nonstick spray.
- Grill steak 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, for medium-rare. Remove to cutting board; let stand 5 minutes. Grill peppers, corn and onion 8 to 10 minutes, turning as needed until lightly charred and tender.
- Cut peppers and onion into bite-size pieces and cut corn off cob; add to bowl with pasta. Slice steak thinly against the grain and add to bowl.
- Add remaining cumin, salt and pepper and remaining ingredients to bowl; toss to mix and coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.4, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 34, Sodium 337.8, Carbohydrate 60.9, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 7.2, Protein 19.6
Tips:
- For the best grilled steak, choose a high-quality cut of meat, such as flank steak or skirt steak.
- Make sure the steak is at least 1 inch thick so that it cooks evenly.
- Season the steak generously with a flavorful marinade or rub before grilling.
- Grill the steak over high heat until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain.
- Use a variety of fresh vegetables in your salad, such as romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn, and black beans.
- For a flavorful dressing, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, and cumin.
- Top the salad with crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese, as well as chopped cilantro.
Conclusion:
The Grilled Southwestern Steak Salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. The grilled steak is tender and flavorful, and the salad is packed with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!
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