Grilled Steak Panzanella Salad (Printable Version)

Tender grilled steak meets fresh veggies and crispy sourdough, tossed in a zesty vinaigrette for a light, hearty dish.

# Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 450 g sirloin or flank steak
02 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Bread

03 - 4 cups (roughly 120 g) day-old sourdough bread, cubed
04 - 30 ml olive oil

→ Vegetables and Herbs

05 - 300 g cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 1 small cucumber, chopped
08 - 15 g fresh basil leaves

→ Dressing and Garnish

09 - 15 ml balsamic vinegar
10 - 30 ml red wine vinegar
11 - 5 g Dijon mustard
12 - 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
13 - 15 g shaved Parmesan cheese

# Steps:

01 - Season the steak with salt and black pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side until reaching desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing thinly.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sourdough cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, mix halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, chopped cucumber, fresh basil leaves, and toasted sourdough cubes.
04 - Whisk together red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
05 - Add sliced grilled steak to the salad mixture. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss gently to combine evenly.
06 - Top with shaved Parmesan cheese and additional basil leaves if desired. Serve immediately to maintain freshness and texture.

# Notes:

01 - Letting the steak rest after grilling allows juices to redistribute, enhancing tenderness.