Chimichurri Flank Steak Salad
A vibrant, iron-rich salad featuring juicy flank steak and a zesty chimichurri dressing. Paired with fresh greens and cherry tomatoes for sustained afternoon energy.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Meal Prep: If making this ahead of time, store the cooked steak, chimichurri, and vegetables in separate containers to keep the greens crisp until you are ready to eat.
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Instructions
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Next: Pat the flank steak dry
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Pat the flank steak dry
Pat the flank steak dry with a paper towel and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
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Heat the olive oil in a skillet…
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steak and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side for a medium-rare finish.
Allow: 4 to 5 minutes
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Remove the steak from the skillet and…
Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for at least 5 minutes. This step is essential to keep the meat juicy.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Arrange the mixed greens
While the steak rests, arrange the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion in a large serving bowl.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Slice the rested steak thinly against the…
Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain (perpendicular to the natural lines in the meat) to ensure a tender bite.
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Top the salad with the sliced steak…
Top the salad with the sliced steak and drizzle the chimichurri sauce over everything as a dressing. Toss gently before eating.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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