
Bistro Steak With Southwest Salad Recipe
- by Chef David Rose
- Last updated Feb 27, 2025
Are you craving a flavorful, satisfying meal that’s ready in under 20 minutes? Look no further because this bistro steak with southwest salad is an excellent dish that will wow your taste buds and impress your guests. With tender, juicy bistro steak paired with a zesty arugula salad featuring black beans, corn, and a smoky chipotle vinaigrette, this recipe will have everyone returning for seconds.
Why We Love This Bistro Steak With Southwest Salad
This recipe is a personal favorite because it is the perfect balance between hearty and refreshing. The bistro steak brings a rich, beefy flavor that the all-purpose Omaha Steaks Seasoning enhances. Complement this mouthwatering steak with a fresh salad that features sweet yellow corn, earthy black beans, and peppery arugula that all combine wonderfully with a chipotle vinaigrette. It’s a vibrant and satisfying meal that’s great for any occasion.
Tools You’ll Need Before You Start
- Food Processor
- 1 Medium-Sized Cast Iron Pan
- 2 Tongs
- Cutting Board
- 1 Medium-Sized Mixing Bowl
- Steak Knife
- Meat Thermometer
How to Make Bistro Steak With Southwest Salad
The star of this easy-to-prepare recipe are the Omaha Steaks Bistro Steaks. This cut of beef is known for its robust beefy flavor, juiciness, and tenderness. Discover why a bistro steak is the next best thing to a filet mignon. The flavors of this steak are the ideal base for the fresh salad, making it a memorable dish.
1. Prepare the Chipotle Vinaigrette
This chipotle vinaigrette is simple to make and delivers a smoky, tangy flavor! Combine the vegetable oil, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, and agave nectar or honey in a food processor, blend until thoroughly mixed, and set off to the side.
2. Pan-Sear the Perfect Bistro Steak
This cooking method gives your steak a nice crust and a juicy middle and is great for cooking indoors! Thaw your Omaha Steaks Bistro Steaks in the refrigerator overnight or use our quick-thaw method if you’re short on time. Once thawed, remove any excess moisture from the steaks with a paper towel. Season liberally on all sides with Omaha Steaks Seasoning, then let the steaks come to room temperature for about 20-25 minutes.
Next, heat a medium-sized skillet over medium-high. Once hot, add the grapeseed oil and carefully place the steaks in the pan. Sear for about three minutes on one side until a golden-brown crust forms. Add the butter, flip the steaks, and butter-baste for about 30 seconds. Continue to cook for another three to four minutes for medium-rare doneness of 130-135 degrees Fahrenheit, as per a meat thermometer. Refer to our helpful steak doneness guide for different desired steak doneness. Remove the steaks from the pan and place them on a cutting board to rest for about six minutes before slicing them into half-inch medallions.
3. Time for Salad!
Last but not least, let’s get that salad ready! Combine the arugula, cilantro, red onions, scallions, Roma tomatoes, black beans, yellow corn, and avocado in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then toss gently with the chipotle vinaigrette until everything is well-coated.
Now, let’s serve it up! Divide the salad and place the steak medallions next to each. Drizzle the steaks generously with the remaining chipotle vinaigrette, then top the salad with crumbled cotija cheese. Serve and enjoy!
Bistro Steak With Southwest Salad Recipe
Ingredients
Chipotle Vinaigrette
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 peppers from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, seeds removed (for milder dressing, use only 1 chipotle)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Bistro Steak
- 4 5 oz. Omaha Steaks Bistro Steaks
- Omaha Steaks Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Southwest Salad
- Chipotle vinaigrette
- 2 cups firmly packed arugula
- 1/3 cup cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1/3 cup red onion, small diced
- 3 scallions, minced (about 1/4 cup)
- 2 Roma tomatoes, quartered and small diced
- 15 oz. canned black beans, drained
- 1 cup canned yellow corn, drained
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese, divided
- 1 large avocado, medium diced
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
Chipotle Vinaigrette
- Add vegetable oil, chipotle peppers, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, and agave nectar to a food processor and mix until thoroughly blended and emulsified.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper as needed.
Bistro Steaks
- Thaw steaks in the refrigerator overnight, then pat steaks dry with paper towels and season liberally with Omaha Steaks Seasoning on both sides; allow to come to room temperature for about 20-25 minutes.
- Preheat a medium-sized pan over medium-high, then add the grapeseed oil.
- Sear steaks for about 3 minutes on one side, then add butter, flip steaks, and baste for about 30 seconds; continue to cook for about 3-4 minutes for medium-rare doneness of 130-140 degrees Fahrenheit, per a meat thermometer. For a different steak doneness, refer to the Omaha Steaks cooking chart.
- Remove steaks from the pan and place them on a cutting board to rest for about 6 minutes before slicing into 1/2" medallions.
Southwest Salad
- Add arugula, cilantro, red onions, scallions, Roma tomatoes, black beans, yellow corn, and avocado to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then lightly toss with chipotle vinaigrette until fully incorporated.
- Plating: divide the salad evenly and place steak medallions next to the salad. Drizzle steak with chipotle dressing, then sprinkle 1 tablespoon of cotija cheese on each salad.
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