Take this classic barbecue and picnic staple from side dish to main attraction with grilled steak strips.
Take an ordinary pasta salad and add steak for a healthy, but hearty, protein-packed meal. Grilled steak strips take the place of ham or deli meat, and combine with pasta, veggies and a tangy, light dressing to make a filling barbecue side, picnic dish or cool summertime dinner.
Instructions
Preparing the Dish
1. Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
2. Place steak in a zip-top storage bag and pour 1/3 of the dressing mixture into the bag, coating steak. Marinate steak in the refrigerator for 15 minutes minimum.
3. Combine cucumber, bell pepper, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, olives and red onion in a large bowl.
4. Mix cooled pasta into the chopped veggies and pour in remaining dressing mix. Stir well, cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
5. Preheat the grill.
6. Remove steak from storage bag and grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 9 to 10 minutes on each side.
7. Let steak rest for 5 to 10 minutes, and then cut into strips or bite-sized pieces.
8. Mix into pasta salad, serve and enjoy.
Tags: pasta salad, steak strips