Chopped Steakhouse Salad with Seared Steak

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Swift steak (sirloin, ribeye, or strip)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 4 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 avocado, diced
• ¼ cup crumbled cheese (feta or blue cheese)
• 3 tbsp vinaigrette or balsamic dressing
• Optional: fresh herbs or lemon juice

Cooking Instructions:

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Sear steak for 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
3. While the steak rests, prepare the salad base by combining romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado in a large bowl.
4. Slice steak thinly against the grain or into bite-sized pieces.
5. Add steak to the salad and top with crumbled cheese.
6. Drizzle with vinaigrette or balsamic dressing and toss lightly to combine.
7. Finish with optional herbs or a squeeze of lemon and serve immediately.