Steak Chimichurri Dense Bean Salad

Directions

  1. 1Generously season and cook your preferred cut of steak.
  2. 2Let the steak rest while you prepare the vegetables.
  3. 3Prep one pint of cherry tomatoes.
  4. 4Mince one shallot very finely.
  5. 5Chop one bunch of cilantro and one bunch of parsley.
  6. 6Rinse and drain one can of chickpeas and one can of white beans.
  7. 7Drain and chop one jar of roasted red bell peppers.
  8. 8Drain a container of mini mozzarella balls and cut them in half if they are larger than bite-sized.
  9. 9Once the steak is fully cooled and rested, dice it into bite-sized pieces.
  10. 10Prepare the dressing by shaking together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, oregano, and garlic.
  11. 11Add all the prepared ingredients to a big bowl.
  12. 12Cover the ingredients with the dressing and toss everything together.
  13. 13Package the salad and store it in wet jars.

Ingredients

  • 1 cut steak
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1 super finely minced shallot
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1 bunch parsley
  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 1 can white beans
  • 1 jar roasted red bell peppers
  • 1 container mini mozzarella balls
  • olive oil
  • red wine vinegar
  • lemon juice
  • red pepper flakes
  • oregano
  • garlic

Equipment

wet jarsbig bowl

Tips

  • Let the steak rest after cooking to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
  • Cut mini mozzarella balls in half if they are bigger to make them bite-sized.
  • The salad keeps well in the fridge throughout the week because there is no lettuce.