Name: Steak Fajita Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp chili powder; 1 tbsp ground cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 4 lbs. skirt or flank steak – you can also go with a sirloin or stir fry if you choose; 4 tbsp olive oil, divided; 2 red bell peppers, sliced; 1 green bell pepper, sliced; 2 yellow bell peppers, sliced; 1 red onion, sliced; 2 tbsp cilantro, minced; 2 tbsp lime juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp honey; 3 romaine hearts; 1 avocado, sliced or diced; 1/2 c cheddar cheese

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This Steak Fajita Salad is perfect to serve during dinner and enjoying leftovers the following day. Made with steak, homemade fajita seasoning and veggies, you simply can’t go wrong!

overhead shot of steak fajitas in cast iron skillet with a bowl of steak fajita salad

If you are looking to cut down on carbs this steak fajita salad is a great option. Not to mention, it’s a wonderful recipe to create when you are meal prepping.

Packed with veggies, homemade fajita seasoning and a cilantro lime dressing you can’t go wrong!

WHAT KIND OF STEAK FOR FAJITAS?

When you are shopping for cut of steak for fajitas, first check out the marked downs! You can often find skirt steak, sirloin or flank steak on sale at your local grocery store.

HOW DO YOU MAKE STEAK FAJITAS NOT CHEWY?

This happens simply because the steak was cut wrong. When cutting steak you want to cut in the opposite direction (against the grain) for a soft and tender steak.

What is fajita salad made of?

overhead shot of ingredients to make a steak fajita salad

fajita mix – chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, kosher salt
4 lbs. skirt or flank steak – you can also go with a sirloin or stir fry if you choose
olive oil
bell peppers
red onion
cilantro
lime juice
garlic
honey
romaine hearts
avocado
cheddar cheese

How to make a steak fajita salad?

In a small bowl, combine the ingredients for the fajita mix, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper and kosher salt.

Next, pat the steaks dry by patting with a paper towel and slice the steak. Remember to slice the steak against the grain. You can cut into 1/2″ strips or chop if you prefer bite sized pieces.

Sprinkle half the fajita seasoning on the steak to coat the steak evenly.

steak with fajita mix cooking in cast iron skillet

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, place the steak into the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd. Cook for 2-4 minutes until medium rare or how your family prefers their steak. Remove the steak, cover with aluminum foil and allow to rest.

bell peppers and red onion cooking with fajita mix in cast iron skillet

Pour another tablespoon of olive oil into the same skillet if you don’t have any remaining fat from cooking the steak. Add the onions and peppers, cooking about 3 minutes until softened. Season with the remaining fajita seasoning and cook until veggies begin to turn brown. Squeeze in the lime juice.

ingredients layered in mason jar for dressing

While the veggies are doing their thing, combine the minced garlic, 2 tbsp lime juice, 4 tbsp olive oil, honey, 2 tbsp minced cilantro, salt and pepper to taste into a mason jar. Place the lid on and shake to emulsify and adjust seasonings to taste.

vertical close up shot of steak fajita salad with avocado, cheese, steak, bell peppers, red onion and lettuce

In a serving bowl, place the lettuce, steak, veggies, avocado and cheese. Drizzle with the dressing and enjoy!

Yield: 4 servings