Flank Steak Salad with Chimichurri Dressing

From the kitchen of Carly

Charred flank steak meets peppery chimichurri on a bed of tender greens and creamy mozzarella. Fresh herbs and garlic transform simple olive oil into something you'll crave. Grill it, slice it thin, and watch people come back for seconds.

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Servings
4
Difficulty
medium

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 11 large bunch fresh Italian parsley
  • 12 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves
  • 13 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 11/2 cup olive oil
  • 11/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 11 teaspoon chipotle hot pepper sauce
  • 11 1 1/2-pound flank steak
  • 18 ounces mixed baby greens
  • 11 12-ounce container marinated small fresh mozzarella balls
  • 1* drained

Instructions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Combine parsley (with stems), oregano, and garlic in processor; blend 10 seconds. Add 1/2 cup oil, vinegar, and hot pepper sauce; blend until almost smooth. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.

  2. Brush grill rack with oil. Sprinkle steak on both sides with salt and pepper. Grill steak to desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steak to work surface; let rest 5 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile, toss greens in large bowl with some dressing. Transfer to large platter. Sprinkle mozzarella over.

  4. Thinly slice steak across grain on slight diagonal. Arrange steak atop greens. Drizzle with remaining dressing.

  5. Available in the cheese section of many supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Italian markets.