Pan-Fried Steak Caesar Salad
A hearty and flavorful twist on the classic Caesar salad, featuring juicy pan-fried steak slices served over crisp romaine lettuce, tossed with creamy Caesar dressing, crunchy croutons, and shaved Parmesan cheese.
Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Mixing bowls
- Tongs
- Knife and cutting board
- Whisk
- Salad spinner (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 boneless ribeye or sirloin steak approx. 250g
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 head romaine lettuce chopped
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ½ cup croutons
- ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon juice optional
Instructions
- Season the steak with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pan-fry the steak for 3–4 minutes per side (medium-rare) or to your preferred doneness.
- Remove the steak from the pan, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing.
- Add croutons and shaved Parmesan, and mix gently.
- Top the salad with sliced steak and drizzle with extra dressing or lemon juice if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Protein: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fat: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg