Steak Fajita Salad
Nutrition Information
  • Serves: 4
  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 340
  • Fat: 15
  • Carbohydrates: 21
  • Sodium: 700
  • Fiber: 8
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 80
Type: Entree
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Ingredients
Steak:
  • 4 (4 oz.) sirloin beef filets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lime, juice of
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Avocado Lime Dressing:
  • ⅓ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1 Haas avocado, pit and peel removed
  • ½ large bunch of fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 limes, juice of
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup water
Salad:
  • 8 cups packed mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • ½ medium cucumber, sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or grated cojita cheese
Fajita Vegetables:
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 2 red bell peppers, sliced
  • 2 jalapenos, seeds removed, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
Instructions
  1. Place sirloins in a 9”X13” dish. In small bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, & cayenne pepper. Rub mixture all over steaks, cover with plastic wrap, & allow to marinade in fridge for 2 hours.
  2. Combine in a blender yogurt, avocados, cilantro, lime and salt. Puree 30 seconds, or until starting to come together. Add ¼ cup water & puree until smooth. Repeat process until desired consistency is reached. (You may not use all the water)
  3. Divide lettuce onto 4 dinner plates. Arrange tomatoes, cucumbers & cheese on top of lettuce. Set aside.
  4. Remove steak from fridge and grill over medium-high heat (3-5 minutes per side), until desired doneness is achieved. Remove steaks from grill and thinly slice. Arrange sliced steaks on top of each salad.
  5. Meanwhile, heat a medium-sized skillet over high heat. Once hot, add canola oil peppers & onion. Stirring constantly, sear vegetables over medium-high heat until wilted & slightly charred (about 5 minutes). Portion ¼ seared vegetables on top of each salad. Drizzle with avocado dressing and enjoy!
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