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Steak dense bean salad with grilled beef, corn, tomatoes, beans, red onion, and herbs topped with crumbled cheese

Steak Dense Bean Salad

High-Protein. Bold Flavors. Totally Unforgettable.
A vibrant, satisfying salad that’s anything but boring! Juicy grilled steak meets a hearty mix of beans, crisp veggies, and a zesty vinaigrette. Whether it’s dinner or your next meal-prep hero, this salad is here to fuel and impress.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American, Mediterranean-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 460 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Marinated Steak:

  • 1 hanger steak
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 anchovy fillets chopped
  • 1 heaping tbsp Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon

For the Chimichurri White Beans:

  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 shallot finely diced
  • 3 –4 red chilis sliced
  • ¼ cup parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp mint chopped
  • 2 tbsp oregano chopped
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup red wine vinegar
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • 2 cans white beans rinsed
  • 2 mini cucumbers sliced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved

Instructions
 

Marinate the Steak:

  • Season steak with salt. Mix garlic, anchovies, mustard, soy sauce, olive oil, and lemon juice in a bowl. Add steak, coat well, cover, and marinate for 3 hours or overnight.

Make Chimichurri Beans:

  • In a bowl, whisk garlic, shallot, chilis, herbs, olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, and salt. Toss with beans, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Chill for 3+ hours.

Grill the Steak:

  • Let steak sit at room temp for 30 mins. Grill on high heat until charred and 125°F internally. Rest 10 mins.

Assemble:

  • Spread bean salad on a platter. Slice steak and place on top. Garnish with mint. Serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

Nutrient Amount
Calories 460 kcal
Protein 36g
Total Fat 22g
Saturated Fat 5g
Carbohydrates 28g
Fiber 7g
Sugars 4g
Sodium 620mg
Keyword grilled steak salad, Protein-packed Salad, steak dense bean salad