Description
Balsamic Steak Gorgonzola Salad with Grilled Corn is a vibrant dish that perfectly marries the bold flavors of marinated steak and tangy Gorgonzola with the sweetness of grilled corn. This refreshing salad is ideal for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, showcasing fresh ingredients and a colorful presentation that will impress your guests. With a delightful mix of textures and tastes, each bite promises a culinary experience that’s both satisfying and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak
- 4 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 6 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 corn on the cob, grilled
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 heads endive lettuce, outer leaves removed, halved and roughly chopped into 2 inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar for vinaigrette
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil for vinaigrette
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard for vinaigrette
- Dash of salt and fresh ground black pepper for vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons basil leaves, minced for gremolata
- 2 tablespoons parsley, minced for gremolata
- 1 clove garlic, minced for gremolata
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest for gremolata
Instructions
- Marinate the steak in balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare gremolata by mixing minced basil, parsley, lemon zest, and garlic in a small bowl.
- Grill the corn until charred (about 10 minutes), then slice off the kernels.
- Grill the marinated steak for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium rare; let it rest before slicing.
- Whisk together balsamic vinaigrette ingredients and toss with mixed greens, tomatoes, endive, Gorgonzola, corn kernels, and red onion.
- Top with sliced steak and drizzle with gremolata and vinaigrette before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 of the salad (290g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg