Seared Steak Salad with Edamame & Cilantro

From EatingWell: March/April 2007, The EatingWell Diet (2007) — Subscribe Now!

Look for prewashed packages of Asian-style salad mixes at your supermarket - their peppery, exotic character is great with this full-flavored steak and dressing. Look for fiber- and protein-rich edamame (green soybeans) in the frozen vegetables section of your supermarket.

Seared Steak Salad with Edamame & Cilantro Recipe

2 servings, 3 cups each

Active Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Profile

Ingredients

8 ounces top round steak, 3/4 inch thick, trimmed of fat
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 cups mixed Asian greens, or mesclun greens
1 cup snow peas, sliced
1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
1/3 cup shelled edamame, thawed
1/4 cup Sesame Tamari Vinaigrette

Preparation

Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper. Coat a small nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium heat. Add the steak and cook about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest for (at least 5) minutes before slicing.
Combine greens, snow peas, bell pepper, cabbage, cilantro, edamame and vinaigrette in a large bowl. Toss to coat. Divide between 2 plates. Top with the steak. Chicken Variation Substitute 8 ounces chicken tenders for the steak. Cook through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Shrimp Variation Substitute 8 ounces cooked, peeled shrimp for the steak (omit Step 1).

Tips & Notes

Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 1; refrigerate for up to 1 day.

Nutrition

Per serving: 328 calories; 9 g fat (2 g sat, 3 g mono); 68 mg cholesterol; 19 g carbohydrates; 42 g protein; 7 g fiber; 679 mg sodium; 949 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (320% daily value), Vitamin A (120% dv), Zinc (46% dv), Folate (43% dv), Iron (35% dv).

1 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 3 vegetable, 4 lean meat