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Juicy grilled steak slices served with chickpeas, red peppers, onions, and parsley in a fresh chimichurri-style salad

steak chimichurri dense bean salad

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5 from 2 reviews

A bold, protein-packed salad that brings together juicy grilled steak, herbaceous chimichurri, and a medley of nutrient-rich beans. Perfect for meal prep or an impressive dinner dish!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Ingredients

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Steak Marinade

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound flank steak

Salad

  • 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 small red onion (diced)
  • 1 12 ounce jar roasted red bell peppers, drained and roughly chopped
  • 1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-ounce can into beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco

Dressing

  • 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Marinating the steak
  2. Grilling the steak
  3. Preparing the bean salad
  4. Making the chimichurri-style dressing
  5. Combining all elements and serving

Notes

🧪 Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 485 kcal

  • Fat: 26g

  • Carbohydrates: 28g

  • Fiber: 8g

  • Protein: 34g

  • Sugar: 5g

  • Sodium: 580mg

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: main dish, Salad
  • Cuisine: American, fusion