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Steak Dense Bean Salad

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This Steak Dense Bean Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed meal featuring grilled steak, sweet peaches, hearty beans, and a tangy peach-balsamic dressing. Perfect for a fresh summer dinner or hearty lunch.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

3 ears of corn

1 pound of Delmonico steak (or preferred cut)

Garlic salt – to taste

1 pint of cherry tomatoes

3 peaches

1/2 red onion – chopped

Flat-leaf Italian parsley – to taste

Fresh chives – to taste

Parmesan cheese (grated or shredded) – to taste

1 can of white chili beans

1 can of black beans

For the Dressing:

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Juice from a fresh lemon

1/4 cup olive oil

1 peach

Garlic salt – to taste

Garlic powder – to taste

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/4 cup honey

Instructions

  1. Shuck the corn, rinse in cold water, and set aside to dry.
  2. Pound steak to 1/4-inch thickness, season with garlic salt and balsamic vinegar, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  3. Wash and dry cherry tomatoes, parsley, and chives. Halve tomatoes, season with salt and pepper. Chop herbs and onion.
  4. Drain and rinse both cans of beans. Let drain in a colander.
  5. Grill steak over medium-low heat until cooked through. Wrap in foil and set aside.
  6. Brush corn with butter and garlic salt, grill until golden and lightly charred. Let cool.
  7. Peel and dice the peaches.
  8. For the dressing, blend 1 peeled peach with 1/3 cup water. Add balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and honey. Blend until smooth.
  9. In a large bowl, combine sliced steak, grilled corn (cut from cob), peaches, tomatoes, onion, parsley, chives, white chili beans, black beans, and Parmesan cheese.
  10. Pour dressing over salad and toss well. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Marinate the steak overnight for best flavor.
  • Store dressing separately if making ahead.
  • Use canned peaches in juice if fresh are unavailable.
  • Add greens or nuts for extra texture and flavor.
  • Use a grill pan or skillet if no grill is available.

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