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The Steak Pasta Salad

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This Steak Pasta Salad is a hearty and refreshing dish made with juicy steak, tender pasta, crisp vegetables, and a tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for cookouts, meal prep, summer gatherings, or an easy family dinner, this flavorful pasta salad combines savory protein with fresh ingredients for a satisfying meal everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound steak (sirloin, flank steak, or strip steak)
  • 12 ounces pasta (rotini, penne, bowtie, or fusilli)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • ½ cup Italian dressing or vinaigrette
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
  • Pat the steak dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and olive oil.
  • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for about 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until your preferred doneness is reached.
  • Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest for 5–10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.
  • Add the sliced steak to the bowl and gently toss everything together.
  • Drizzle with Italian dressing and lemon juice. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
  • Toss until evenly coated and serve immediately or refrigerate until chilled.

Notes

Use leftover steak for an even quicker meal.Add feta cheese or blue cheese for extra richness.Arugula or spinach adds fresh greens and extra texture.Balsamic vinaigrette works beautifully as an alternative dressing.For a spicy kick, add crushed red pepper flakes.Keep extra dressing separate until serving for the freshest texture.

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