Sirloin Steak Caesar Salad
- 30 Minutes
- Easy
- Beef
A sirloin steak Caesar salad is a deliciously light and fresh meal, perfect for a summer BBQ. The succulent flavour of the juicy steak with the crisp, classic salad makes for a quick and easy dinner the whole family can enjoy.
This steak Caesar salad recipe will make an ideal mid-week meal as it can be prepared in just 30 minutes and let’s face it, on a blazing hot day there’s nothing more refreshing than a salad.
Cooking Method
- Combine all the ingredients for your salad dressing and in a tightly covered container, shake them all together until they’re well mixed. Then keep this in the fridge until serving time.
- Heat your coals or gas grill to ensure direct heat.
- Sprinkle pepper on your steak, cover and grill it over a medium heat for 15 to 18 minutes to achieve a medium cook, turning the meat once during cooking.
- Cut your steak across the grain into thin slices.
- In a large bowl, toss your romaine lettuce, cheese, croutons, and dressing to thoroughly combine it.
- Top your finished Caesar salad with your steak slices and serve, with extra shredded cheese if needed.
The Ingredients
For a traditional Caesar dressing you will need:
- 1 large garlic clove, chopped finely
- 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of anchovy paste
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- ¼ of a cup of either vegetable or olive oil
- ¼ of an egg white product (fat-free and cholesterol-free)
For the salad you will need:
- Fresh premium sirloin steak
- 1 tablespoon of freshly ground pepper
- 1 head romaine lettuce, ripped up into small pieces
- 1 cup of croutons flavoured with garlic
- ½ cup of shredded parmesan cheese
Key steps for success
- Leave the steak to sit at room temperature for around 20 mins prior to grilling so the meat cooks evenly.
- Make sure you let the covered steak rest for a minimum of 5 minutes before you slice it to preserve the juices.
- A food processor or mini prep are great for keeping your dressing emulsified. If you don’t have a food processor you can add oil into the other ingredients slowly in a consistent stream whilst vigorously whisking.
