Steak Caesar Salad

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Beef-Caesar-SaladA classic Caesar salad featuring succulent sirloin or rump steak makes for a delicious and light summer supper. Serve with warm crusty bread.

Serves: 4

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 12 minutes

What You’ll Need: 

  • 450g/1lb lean rump or sirloin steak
  • 15ml/1tbsp freshly chopped chives
  • Salt and freshly milled black pepper
  • 45ml/3tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large Cos or Romaine lettuce, leaves separated and roughly chopped
  • 75g/3oz prepared bread croutons
  • 10ml/2tsp Dijon mustard
  • 30ml/2tbsp lemon juice
  • 60ml/4tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 30m/2tbsp freshly grated Parmesan
  • 5ml/1tsp anchovy sauce
  • Extra fresh Parmesan shavings

What To Do: 

Steak Based on a 2cm/¾inch thick steak:

  • Rare – 2½ minutes on each side
  • Medium – 4 minutes on each side
  • Well done – 6 minutes on each side
  1. In a small bowl mix together the chives, seasoning and olive oil. Use to brush the steaks on both sides. Set aside for 5 minutes
  2. Cook the steaks under a preheated grill or prepared barbecue according to your preference. Transfer to a plate and leave to rest for 5 minutes. Slice on the diagonal and place in a large salad bowl.
  3. Add the lettuce leaves and the croûtons.
  4. Prepare the dressing; put all the ingredients into a screw-topped jar and shake well.
  5. Drizzle over the salad, garnish with extra Parmesan and serve immediately.

Recipe from Simplylambandbeef.co.uk

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