Description
Balsamic Steak Gorgonzola Salad with Grilled Corn is the ultimate summer salad! Grilled steak paired with smoky corn, tangy gorgonzola, and a balsamic dressing creates a perfectly balanced dish that’s savory, smoky, and fresh. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ, looking for a hearty dinner salad, or preparing a meal for friends, this salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Steak:
- 1 lb flank steak (or your preferred cut)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (for the marinade)
- 1 tbsp honey (optional, for sweetness)
- For the Salad:
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and/or lettuce)
- 1 ear of corn, husked and grilled
- ½ cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts (optional, for crunch)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and honey. Season with salt and pepper. Coat the flank steak in the marinade and let it rest for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Prepare the Corn: Grill the corn on medium-high heat for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until charred. Once done, remove from the grill and cool slightly before cutting the kernels off the cob.
- Grill the Steak: Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the steak for 5–6 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let the steak rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Prepare the Salad: Toss together the mixed greens, grilled corn kernels, crumbled gorgonzola, red onion, avocado, and toasted walnuts.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Salad: Slice the rested steak thinly and add to the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately!
Notes
- For the juiciest steak, let it rest before slicing.
- Don’t skip the resting time for the steak—it helps retain moisture.
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the marinade.
- For a crispy touch, you can also pan-sear the steak instead of grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Balsamic Steak Gorgonzola Salad, Steak Salad, Grilled Corn Salad, Healthy Summer Salad, BBQ Steak Salad, Grilled Chicken Salad