beef sirloin salad with dried cherries
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Beef Sirloin Salad with Dried Cherries
Tender sirloin served over greens with dried cherries, nuts, and vinaigrette. A savory-sweet salad perfect for lighter meals without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick
- 8 cups torn boston lettuce
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/2 cup dried cherries or dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pine nuts or coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted
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- dressing:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- In medium bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Remove and reserve 1/2 cup; cover and refrigerate.
- Trim fat from beef steak. Cut steak lengthwise in half and then crosswise into 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick strips. Add beef to remaining dressing; toss to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes.
- Remove beef from marinade; discard marinade. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add beef (1/2 at a time) and stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes or until outside surface is no longer pink. (Do not overcook.) Remove from skillet with slotted spoon.
- In large bowl, combine lettuce and reserved dressing; toss to coat. Arrange beef over lettuce; sprinkle with cheese, cherries and nuts. Serve immediately.
