Jalapeño Honey Lime Steak Salad

Ingredients

• 12 oz sirloin steak (Patted dry; flank or skirt steak may be substituted)
• 1 cup corn kernels (Fresh or thawed frozen corn)
• 1 avocado (Diced)
• 3 green onions (Thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (Chopped, plus more for garnish if desired)
• 1 jalapeño (Finely minced; remove seeds for less heat)
• 2 tbsp lime juice (Freshly squeezed)
• 1 tbsp honey (Adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp olive oil (Includes the generous finishing drizzle mentioned in the description; divide between cooking and dressing)
• kosher salt (To taste)
• black pepper (To taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, honey, minced jalapeño, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Slowly whisk in about 1 tablespoon of the olive oil until combined. Taste and adjust the honey, lime, salt, or jalapeño as desired.

2. 2

   Season the steak generously on both sides with salt and black pepper. Let it stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes while you prepare the salad ingredients.

3. 3

   Heat a heavy skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add about 1 teaspoon of olive oil, then sear the steak for approximately 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness. Cook until browned outside and medium-rare to medium inside, or until it reaches your preferred internal temperature.

4. 4

   Transfer the steak to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes so the juices redistribute. Slice it thinly across the grain.

5. 5

   While the steak rests, combine the corn, diced avocado, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl. Add the sliced steak and gently toss so the avocado remains intact.

6. 6

   Pour the jalapeño-honey-lime dressing over the salad and toss gently until the ingredients are lightly coated.

7. 7

   Finish with a generous drizzle of olive oil, as specifically noted in the post description. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro or sliced green onion if desired.

Notes

The source provides the dish name and key ingredients but directs viewers to a Substack recipe that is not included here. Quantities, dressing proportions, cooking times, and techniques are therefore estimates reconstructed from the available description and dish context. The post specifically notes that olive oil should be added as a generous drizzle.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• salad
• steak
• whole-foods
• gluten-free
• high-protein
• spicy
• summer