Balsamic Steak Gorgonzola Salad (Printable Recipe)

Juicy grilled steak, sweet corn, tangy balsamic dressing, and creamy Gorgonzola create a hearty, restaurant-quality meal.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ For the Steak

01 - 1 lb flank steak or ribeye or sirloin
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
04 - 1 tsp salt
05 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

→ For the Salad

08 - 6 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)
09 - 1 ear corn, grilled and cut off the cob
10 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 1/3 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
13 - 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted
14 - 1 avocado, sliced (optional)

→ For the Balsamic Dressing

15 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
16 - 2 tbsp olive oil
17 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
18 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
19 - 1 clove garlic, minced
20 - 1/4 tsp salt
21 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a small bowl. Rub marinade on steak and let it sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook steak for 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
02 - Brush corn with olive oil and grill for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred. Let it cool, then cut kernels off the cob.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
04 - In a large bowl, toss mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, grilled corn, and toasted walnuts. Add the sliced steak and sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese. Drizzle balsamic dressing and toss gently.
05 - Garnish with avocado slices if desired, and extra Gorgonzola. Serve the salad immediately.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Use chicken, shrimp, or tofu as steak substitutes.
02 - For a nut-free version, replace walnuts with sunflower seeds.
03 - Store components separately for up to 3 days to assemble fresh.

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