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Avocado Steak Salad Recipe

This Avocado Steak Salad is a fresh, healthy and flavour-packed meal made with juicy grilled steak, creamy avocado, crisp vegetables and a zesty homemade dressing. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for a nutritious lunch, light dinner or meal prep, delivering restaurant-quality flavour in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Continental
Servings 6 People
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife Slices steak and vegetables neatly.
  • 1 Large Chopping Board: Safe preparation surface.
  • 1 Cast-Iron Skillet or Grill Pan – Produces an excellent steak sear.
  • 1 Meat Thermometer – Ensures perfect steak doneness.
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl Tosses ingredients evenly.
  • 1 Small Bowl – Mixes the dressing.
  • 1 Salad Tong – Combines ingredients gently.
  • Kitchen Paper: Pats the steak dry before cooking.

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g sirloin steak – Tender flavourful and ideal for grilling.
  • 3 ripe avocados – Creamy texture and healthy fats.
  • 2 large romaine lettuce hearts – Crisp base for the salad.
  • 300 g cherry tomatoes – Sweet bursts of freshness.
  • 1 large cucumber – Adds refreshing crunch.
  • 1 small red onion – Thinly sliced for gentle sharpness.
  • 1 cup sweetcorn kernels – Optional sweetness and colour.
  • 1 red pepper – Thinly sliced for extra crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil – Helps create a beautiful sear.
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt – Seasonss the steak.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper – Adds gentle heat. Seasons the steak.
  • 2 garlic cloves minced – Rich aromatic flavour.
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice – Brightens the dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon honey – Balances acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard – Creates a silky dressing. Balances acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley – Fresh herbal finish.

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare The Steak

  • Remove the steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Pat it completely dry.
  • Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Rub lightly with olive oil.

Step 2: Cook The Steak

  • Heat the skillet until very hot.
  • Cook for 3–5 minutes per side depending on thickness.

Use a meat thermometer:

  • Rare – 50°C
  • Medium Rare – 54°C
  • Medium – 60°C

Step 3: Rest The Steak

  • Transfer to a board.
  • Rest for 8–10 minutes.
  • Slice thinly against the grain.

Step 4: Prepare The Vegetables

  • Wash and dry the lettuce thoroughly.
  • Slice tomatoes in half.
  • Dice cucumber.
  • Slice onion and pepper.
  • Cut avocados just before serving.

Step 5: Make The Dressing

    Whisk together:

    • Olive oil
    • Lemon juice
    • Dijon mustard
    • Honey
    • Garlic
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Mix until smooth.

    Step 6: Assemble The Salad

    • Arrange lettuce in a serving bowl.
    • Add cucumber, tomatoes, onions, peppers and sweetcorn.
    • Fold gently.
    • Add avocado slices.
    • Arrange sliced steak over the top.
    • Drizzle generously with dressing.
    • Garnish with parsley.

    Notes

    • 🥩 Use a good-quality sirloin, ribeye or striploin steak for the juiciest, most flavourful results.
    • 🥑 Choose ripe but firm avocados to prevent them from becoming mushy when tossed with the salad.
    • ⏱ Always allow the steak to rest for 8–10 minutes before slicing to keep it tender and juicy.
    • 🔪 Slice the steak against the grain for the most tender bite.
    • 🥗 Assemble and dress the Avocado Steak Salad just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp and fresh.
    • 🍋 Toss the avocado with a little lemon juice if preparing ahead to help prevent browning.
    • ❄️ Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days, but for the best texture, store the dressing separately and add fresh avocado when serving.
    Keyword Avocado Steak Salad