Flavorful Steak Caesar Salad (Printable)

Juicy grilled steak, crisp romaine, penne pasta, cherry tomatoes, and a creamy Caesar dressing blend.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 12 oz sirloin steak
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Pasta

05 - 8 oz short pasta (penne or rotini)

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

09 - ⅓ cup Caesar dressing
10 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

→ Toppings

12 - ½ cup croutons
13 - ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
14 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and cool the pasta. Set aside.
02 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Pat the steak dry with paper towels, then rub with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached.
03 - Remove the steak from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Slice thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
04 - In a large salad bowl, add the cooled pasta, chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
05 - Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad. Add grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
06 - Arrange the sliced steak on top of the salad. Sprinkle with croutons and shaved Parmesan cheese. Finish with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes for a chilled version.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Its a complete meal in one bowl, no sides needed
  • The steak stays juicy even after chilling, thanks to proper resting
  • Perfect for meal prep because everything holds up beautifully
02 -
  • Rinse the pasta immediately after draining or it will keep cooking and turn mushy
  • Always slice steak against the grain for tender bites, otherwise it becomes chewy
  • Let the steak rest or all those delicious juices will end up on your cutting board instead of in your salad
03 -
  • Marinate the steak in a little Caesar dressing for 30 minutes before grilling for extra depth
  • Toast the croutons lightly if they seem stale to bring back their crunch
  • Use a vegetable peeler to create those beautiful Parmesan shaves instead of buying pre-shaved

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