Name: Steak Caprese Salad with Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls; 1 ½ to 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; ⅓ cup fresh basil, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper; 1 cup mushrooms, sliced; 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking mushrooms); 3 hearts romaine lettuce, washed and chopped; 2 New York strip steaks (12–16 ounces each); Salt and black pepper, for seasoning steaks; Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling

Description

A flavorful and fresh salad combining juicy steak, creamy mozzarella, and vibrant cherry tomatoes, enhanced with sautéed mushrooms.

Ingredients

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8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
1 ½ to 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
⅓ cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking mushrooms)
3 hearts romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
2 New York strip steaks (12–16 ounces each)
Salt and black pepper, for seasoning steaks
Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, gently mix the mozzarella pearls, cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Set aside at room temperature to allow the flavors to blend.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
Season the steaks generously with salt and black pepper. Grill or sear in a hot skillet until cooked to your preferred doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
Arrange the chopped romaine lettuce on a large platter or individual plates.
Top the lettuce with sliced steak and sautéed mushrooms. Spoon the marinated mozzarella and tomato mixture evenly over the salad.
Drizzle lightly with balsamic vinegar just before serving and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the amount of cherry tomatoes based on your preference.
Use any type of steaks you prefer; cooking time may vary.
This salad can be served warm or cold.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Grilling / Sautéing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 100mg