It’s a summer of salads around here and at the top of the list is this Steak Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe.
Most of the time we keep our salads healthy, but, let’s be clear, that doesn’t mean every salad is 100% so. Sometimes we need the steak and potatoes version of a salad, which, well is when we do exactly that and make a salad of steak and potatoes like this Steak Salad with Tomato-Sherry Vinaigrette Recipe.
The clincher here is the Sherry-Tomato Vinaigrette, which, if we’re being honest, we may have the habit of licking off the spoon when no one is watching. It’s that perfect balance of sweet, tart, and tomato-ey and is the perfect way to use up those past-their-prime tomatoes that are lingering around from when you bought a gaggle at the farmers market. (Okay, we don’t know what a bunch of tomatoes is called but we do know it’s not a gaggle.)
Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe Ingredients
The recipe features seared New York Strip or Top Sirloin steaks, served atop a bed of boiled marble potatoes and crisp bell pepper, celery, and green onions.
The standout tomato vinaigrette is made with fresh cherry or grape tomatoes, extra-virgin olive oil, shallot, garlic, and balsamic or sherry vinegar, enhanced with a pinch of unrefined cane sugar. Fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill add a final touch of freshness to both the dressing and the salad.
How to Make This Recipe
Begin by making the tomato vinaigrette: sear the tomatoes in olive oil, add garlic and shallot, then blend with vinegar and oil to create a smooth dressing. Boil the potatoes until tender, then halve them.
Grill the steaks to your preferred doneness, let them rest, then dice. Toss the steak, potatoes, bell pepper, celery, and green onions in a large bowl with the vinaigrette, garnishing with fresh herbs and celery leaves.
What to Serve This Recipe With
This steak salad is a complete meal on its own, but it pairs beautifully with a crusty piece of bread or a light, crisp white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or a dry Riesling, to complement the tangy vinaigrette.
For a larger spread, consider adding a simple soup or a cheese plate for an elegant, satisfying meal that balances the robust flavors of the steak with lighter, fresh elements. Whether served for a casual outdoor meal or as part of a more formal dinner, this salad is sure to delight.
More Tomato Recipes
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- Heirloom Tomato Pasta Alla Checca Recipe
- The Best Tomato Gazpacho Recipe
- Confit Tomato and Pesto Sandwich Recipe
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Steak Salad with Tomato-Sherry Vinaigrette Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
For The Tomato Vinaigrette:
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil divided plus more for steak
- 1 cup whole cherry or grape tomatoes plus more for salad
- 1 medium shallot roughly chopped
- 1 medium garlic clove roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic or sherry vinegar
- 1 pinch unrefined cane sugar
- kosher salt and Freshly ground black pepper
For The Boiled Potatoes:
- 1 pound marble potatoes or other tiny potatoes
For The Steak Salad:
- 2 (8 ounce) New York Strip Steaks or Top Sirloin Steaks
- 1 medium bell pepper large dice
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced celery plus a few celery leaves for garnish
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions (aka scallions)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley, chives, or dill divided for vinaigrette and garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make The Tomato Vinaigrette: Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a medium frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tomatoes and sear, stirring occasionally, until the skins pucker and begin to color, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and shallot and cook until slightly softened, about 1 minute more.
- Transfer tomato mixture to a small, deep mixing bowl, add vinegar, and purée with an immersion blender. Keep blending constantly with the immersion blender and slowly pour in the remaining oil, until well incorporated. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the herbs (if using) then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, taste, and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Cook The Potatoes: Place potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat then reduce to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are knife tender, about 15 minutes. Drain let cool slightly then halve.
- Grill The Steaks: Meanwhile, heat the grill to medium high (about 400°F). Meanwhile, drizzle the steaks on all sides with a little oil, generously season with salt and pepper, and let come to room temperature while the grill is heating. Grill the steaks uncovered for 5 minutes per side for medium. Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Cut into large dice and set aside.
- Finish The Steak Salad: Combine the reserved steak, bell pepper, tomato, remaining 1 tablespoon of herbs (if using), celery, celery leaves, and scallions in a large, nonreactive mixing bowl. Halve the potatoes and add to the bowl. Toss with about 1/4 cup of the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper as needed. Taste and add more salt, pepper, or vinaigrette, as desired. Serve immediately.