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Steak Fajita Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing Recipe

Steak Fajita Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy a delicious and satisfying Steak Fajita Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing. This Mexican-inspired dish is packed with flavor and perfect for a low-carb meal option.


Ingredients

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For the Steak Fajita Salad:

  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1/2 red onion (sliced)
  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese

For the Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 tablespoons water (to thin if needed)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Steak: Mix spices and rub onto steak. Cook in a skillet until desired doneness, then slice.
  2. Sauté Veggies: Cook bell peppers and onion in the same skillet until tender.
  3. Make the Dressing: Whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth.
  4. Assemble Salad: Layer lettuce, steak, veggies, avocado, tomatoes, and cheese. Drizzle with dressing.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken or shrimp for the steak.
  • Add black beans or grilled corn for extra texture and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad
  • Calories: 470
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 31g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg