Recipe

Sirloin Steak with Oranges

Servings: 6

Active Prep Time:  15 minutes
Inactive Prep Time: 30 minutes (marinating time)

Cook Time: 5 minutes 

Ingredients:

For the Steak:

• 15 oz sirloin steak, sliced into 1/2 inch thick slices, with no visible fat
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

For the Salad:

• 8 cups baby spinach
• 2 oranges, segmented
• 1/2 cup edamame
• 1/2 small red onion, sliced

For the Balsamic Dressing:

• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• Pepper to taste

 

Instructions:

1. Prep the Marinade:

In a bowl, whisk together two tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, dried rosemary, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the steak marinade.

2. Marinate the Steak:

Place the sirloin steak in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the steak is coated evenly.

Let the steak marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

 

3. Prep the Dressing:

While the steak marinates, make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk the balsamic vinegar, mustard, garlic, honey, and seasoning. Continue whisking and slowly add the olive oil and whisk until the dressing is emulsified.

 

4. Grill the Steak:

Preheat the grill to high heat and heat the remaining one tablespoon of oil..

Remove the steak from the marinade and cook for approximately 4-5 minutes.

 

5. Assemble the Salad:

In a large salad bowl, combine spinach, edamame, oranges, and red onions. Drizzle half the dressing on the salad and toss to coat. Arrange the steak on top of the salad.

 

Save the remainder of dressing for another recipe!

 

 

Recipe

Grilled Corn with Chili & Lime

Servings: 4

Active Prep Time:  15 minutes
Inactive Prep Time: 30 minutes (marinating time)

Cook Time: 15 minutes 

Ingredients:

• 4 ears of fresh corn, husked
•  Cooking spray or spray butter
•  1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Zest and juice of 1 lime
• 1 teaspoon  kosher salt
• ¼ cup mozzarella, part skim cheese, for garnish
•  Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

 

1. Preheat & Prep the Marinade:

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, whisk together chili powder, smoked paprika, lime zest, lime juice and kosher salt.

2. Marinate the Corn:

Brush the ears of corn with the cooking spray or spray butter and then the marinade, making sure to coat them evenly.

Allow the corn to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

 

 

3. Grill the Corn:

Place the marinated corn on the preheated grill. Grill for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is charred and cooked through.

Remove the grilled corn from the heat.

Transfer the corn to a serving platter and sprinkle with mozzarella and fresh chopped cilantro.