A great anytime salad! Greek Steak Salad

The photo isn't as clear as I would have liked it to be but this was one of my earlier experiences with photographing my food and it really doesn't show the beauty of the salad.


As I was looking through  the recipes I have kept over the years I came across this salad that caught my interest..It was from 2003 and I thought it might be nice to serve tonight:

1 beef round steak about 3/4 lb.(I used 2 small Fillets)
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground pepper
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (double amount if you enjoy heavy dressing)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil(double amount if you enjoy heavy dressing)
Pinch oregano ( just a pinch)
1 head Romaine lettuce( broken in small pieces) wash thoroughly
1/2 seedless cucumber(unpeeled and cut thinly)
1 pt. grape tomatoes
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Heat grill or heat frying pan if doing it on top of the stove with a small amt. of olive oil. Place steak on grill, rub a little oo on it before placing it on grill.

Sprinkle with salt and pepper..Cook until desired center is to your liking.  Cut in thin slices.

Meanwhile in a large bowl, whisk lemon juice, oil,1/4 tsp. salt and pepper.  Add Romaine, cucumber, tomatoes and feta. Toss to coat. Add steak and serve salad with a warmed pita on the side. A 30 minute or less meal! Tasty and Light!

Happy Baking and Cooking from my kitchen to yours,
 

M.J.

Delicious!! and the warmed Pita was a very nice touch!!

6/3/12

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An Asian Salad! Great for lunch (leftovers welcome)

 I love Italian Food  but some times I just have to explore other foods and  I have always loved food with an Asian flair..

Even in my home decorating I throw in an Asian flower or plant now and again..

I like basic salads like Mom used to make but I love to try new and interesting ones too!

If you don't liven a salad up now and again they go from dull to boring if you know what I mean so try something new. I think you will like this Asian Salad.  It is one of my favorites. I'm trying to remember where I got this one but right now I don't have a clue.  It probably was in my Prevention Magazine.  I get lots of my recipes from their magazine. I find their recipes healthy and interesting and to keep me motivated on a healthy track I must try different recipes or make up some myself and most times I try to stay away from mayo. This dressing is light with a hint of sweet and you can serve it warm or chilled..  It just depends on you!

Happy Cooking from my kitchen to yours~

 

M.J.

4 cups cooked brown rice ( I used 2  pkg. Brown Rice Boil in a bag)
1/4 cup peanut oil
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. sesame oil
1 carrot diced
1/2 cup chopped snow peas
1/4 cup rice vinegar (if you are on a gluten free diet, make sure the vinegar is gluten free)
1 stalk diced celery
1/2 diced red or yellow pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley( I used dried)

In a small bowl combine peanut oil, salt, pepper, sugar and sesame oil..Whisk until sugar dissolves..Pour over rice.. Steam carrots and snow peas, drain. ..In a large bowl place steam veggies..Stir in rice and toss until all is coated..Serve warm or Chill.. I liked this recipe both ways.

 

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6/2/12

By Request:: My Italian Salad Dressing

Updated recipe.  4/6/2023

Mom made this Italian Salad Dressing and I'm carrying on the tradition.  Grandchildren LOVE it!!

Shake well and toss making sure all is coated with this great basic Italian Salad Dressing.

Blend well to allow seasonings to flavor the oil and vinegar.   Let stand for approx. 15 to 30 minutes before tossing with lettuce..

3/4 cup extra virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar for Balsamic for a slightly sweeter taste
1 tsp. Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp. Onion Powder or several chopped scallions 

1 tsp. dried Parsley
1/2 tsp. sugar(taste test)
1 tsp.  salt (taste test)
1/2 tsp. pepper
black olives  ( optional)
shredded mozzarella cheese garnish (optional)
****Pecorino Romano cheese garnish is a must in my salad dressing but not necessary.

Mix well and toss with Lettuce Mix of your choice. I usually use the below lettuce combination.

1/2 head iceberg lettuce chopped

1/2 Romaine lettuce chopped 


Black Olives, lots of them :)
***you can substitute Romaine, Iceberg, Bibb, Red or green leaf Lettuce
Some grated Pecorino Romano cheese, Blue cheese or feta crumbles..  Bon Appetite!

6/16/11 original