Fresh strawberries are one of the best parts of early summer, and this Summer Blush Steak Salad is a beautiful way to bring seasonal flavor to the table.

This entrée salad pairs tender New York strip steak with crisp greens, sweet strawberries, creamy Gorgonzola, and crispy fried onions for the perfect balance of savory, sweet, tangy, and crunchy. Finished with a homemade rosé honey vinaigrette, it is light enough for warm weather but hearty enough to serve as a full meal.

Summer Blush Steak Salad Recipe

Yield: 4 entrée salads

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 1 lb New York strip steak

• 8 cups mixed greens

• 4 cups Bibb lettuce, torn

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

• ½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

• 1 cup crispy fried onions

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Rosé Honey Vinaigrette

• ¼ cup rosé vinegar

• 1 garlic clove, finely minced

• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

• 2 tbsp honey

• ½ tsp kosher salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the rosé vinegar, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper.

2. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified.

3. Set aside until ready to serve.

Cook the Steak

1. Season the New York strip steak generously with salt and black pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet or grill over medium-high heat.

3. Cook the steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until it reaches your desired doneness.

4. Remove the steak from the heat and allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.

5. Slice thinly against the grain.

Assemble the Salad

1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens and torn Bibb lettuce.

2. Divide the greens evenly among four serving plates.

3. Top each salad with sliced strawberries, crumbled Gorgonzola, and sliced steak.

4. Sprinkle with crispy fried onions.

Finish

Drizzle each salad with the rosé honey vinaigrette just before serving. Serve immediately.

This salad is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for summer entertaining, lunch with friends, or an elevated weeknight dinner.

For more seasonal recipes, culinary inspiration, and creative ways to bring elevated flavor to your table, follow Chef Starr of The Tastery on Instagram at @thetasterymd.