Admittedly, this salad requires a bit more time and effort than some, but the rewards are immense. My husband declared that he’d pay money for this salad. That is high praise. And with Valentine’s Day coming up, it’s a great way to tell your loved one how much you care.
What makes it diabetic friendly?
This salad has it all. Blueberries are rich in antioxidants, the oil is packed with healthy fats, and the steak has lots of iron and protein.
Mixed Green Salad with Steak and Blueberries
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, not pictured)
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt, divided
- 1 lb sirloin or tri tip steak
- 3 tbsp avocado or olive oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3-5 cups mixed greens or spinach
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Directions
In a small saucepan, heat up about a cup of water. Add blueberries and boil for 2-3 minutes to kill off any possible bacteria. Drain, dry, and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine blueberries, walnuts or pecans, vinegar, shallot, 1/4 tsp salt. Cover and refrigerate.
Oil a grill pan (if you have one) or cast iron pan and preheat on medium-high heat. Salt and pepper the steak. Sear the steak on both sides for 2-3 minutes per side. (If you’re here because you’re pregnant, you’ll want your steak well done. Be sure there’s little to no pink.) Let rest for a couple of minutes on a cutting board.
Add salad to a bowl and toss with dressing. Top with feta cheese.
Slice steak and top salad with steak.
Make it a meal
- Mixed green salad with steak and blueberries (1 serving carb, protein)
- Whole wheat crackers such as Triscuits or roughly 1/2 cup potatoes (1 serving carb)
- 8oz glass of milk (1 serving carb)
- Pairs well with tomato soup
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