Spinach and Fatoush Salad with Sirloin Steak Recipe

Name: Spinach and Fatoush Salad with Sirloin Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sirloin steak; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoons olive oil; 4 scallions, thinly sliced, white parts only; 1 English cucumber, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced; 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 cup roughly chopped mint; 1 bag pre-washed baby spinach; 16 pieces pita chips, recipe follows; 2 (6-inch) whole wheat pitas; Olive oil spray; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 pound sirloin steak
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoons olive oil
4 scallions, thinly sliced, white parts only
1 English cucumber, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup roughly chopped mint
1 bag pre-washed baby spinach
16 pieces pita chips, recipe follows
2 (6-inch) whole wheat pitas
Olive oil spray
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Season the sirloin with salt and pepper.
2
Sear the steak in a heavy-bottomed pan for 4 to 5 minutes until medium rare.
3
In a large bowl whisk together lemon juice, salt, ground cumin, and olive oil.
4
Add scallions, cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, parsley, and mint.
5
Toss to combine.
6
Add spinach and pita.
7
Toss to combine, taste and adjust seasonings.
8
Thinly slice the sirloin (portion control the meat according to your needs).
9
Mound the salad onto a large plate.
10
Top with overlapping pieces of the sirloin steak.
11
Serve immediately.
12
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
13
Cut each pita into 8 pieces.
14
Lightly spray the pita with olive oil.
15
Sprinkle with cumin and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
16
Place on a baking sheet and bake until crisp, shaking the pan halfway through cooking, about 10 to 15 minutes

420

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound sirloin steak, Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Spinach and Fatoush Salad with Sirloin Steak falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Spinach and Fatoush Salad with Sirloin Steak

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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