Name: Chili-Rubbed Flank Steak Salad
Prep time: 55 min
Total time: 165 min
Ingredients: 1 pound flank steak, trimmed; 2 tablespoons avocado oil or canola oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.25 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 0.25 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon lime zest; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon honey; 0.125 teaspoon salt; 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce; 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed; 1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed; 1 large orange or yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced; 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced; 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese; 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons pepitas

Chili-Rubbed Flank Steak Salad

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Transform steak into a nutritious meal by serving it atop this lively Southwest-inspired salad recipe. If you make the dressing when you marinate the steak, this meal comes together quickly.

Sara Haas, RDN

Updated on March 11, 2020

Prep Time:

55 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 50 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes Appropriate Gluten-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Pregnancy High Fiber High-Protein Low Sodium Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

Steak & Rub

1 pound flank steak, trimmed
2 tablespoons avocado oil or canola oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Dressing

¼ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, finely chopped
¼ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon honey
⅛ teaspoon salt

Salad

6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed
1 large orange or yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons pepitas

Directions

To prepare steak & rub: Place steak in a large glass dish. Combine oil, garlic, chili powder, cocoa, cumin, cinnamon, pepper, and 1/4 tsp. salt in a small bowl. Rub the mixture on both sides of the steak. Cover and refrigerate for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Meanwhile, prepare dressing: Whisk cilantro, yogurt, mayonnaise, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, honey, and salt in a separate small bowl.
To cook steak: Preheat grill to medium-high. Clean and oil the grates (see Tip). Grill the steak to desired doneness, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare (130-135 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer). Transfer to a clean cutting board and let rest for 4 to 5 minutes before slicing.
To prepare salad: Combine lettuce, corn, beans, bell pepper, and onion in a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss to coat.
Slice the steak thinly across the grain. Divide the salad among 4 plates, top with the steak, and sprinkle with feta, cilantro, and pepitas, if using.

Tips

To make ahead: Refrigerate dressing (Step 2) for up to 2 days.

Tip: To oil a hot grill grate, soak a paper towel with vegetable oil, hold it with tongs and rub it over the grate. (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.)

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

467	Calories
22g	Fat
32g	Carbs
36g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3 oz. steak + 2 1/2 cups salad
Calories 467
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 32g	12%
Dietary Fiber 9g	32%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 36g	72%
Total Fat 22g	28%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Cholesterol 83mg	28%
Sodium 538mg	23%
Potassium 1054mg	22%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.