Name: 15 Minute Steak Salad Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 x 1 1/4 LB T-bone Steaks; Juice of 2 Lemons; 2 TBSP Beef Stock; 2 TBSP Garlic (Minced); 2 TBSP Onion Powder; 2 TBSP Sea Salt; 2 TBSP Black Pepper; 2 TBSP Paprika; 2 TBSP Oregano; Baby Spinach; Gala Apples (Diced); Strawberries (Diced); Grape Tomatoes (Sliced); Melba Toast (Crumbled); Grated Parmesan; 3/4 EVOO; 1/4 Apple Cider Vinegar; 1/2 TBSP Minced Garlic; Pinch of Kosher Salt; Pinch of Black Pepper

Last Updated on November 10, 2026 by Mr. B

Salads don’t always have to be of the rabbit food variety, especially when you can throw together an 15-Minute Steak Salad Recipe. Sometimes you just want a little more oomph to your greens, and this mix of tender, marinated steak, sweet strawberries, and crisp apples over fresh spinach fits the bill!

Just 15 Minutes

The T-bone steaks only need about 10 minutes to cook, which gives you the perfect five-minute window to prep the rest of the meal. While the meat is cooking, you can easily dice your strawberries and Gala apples, and quickly whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and garlic. By the time the steak has rested and is ready to slice, your greens are fully prepped, and the whole meal is ready to serve.

Ingredients You’ll Need

The Steak: I use two T-bone steaks to feed the whole family, which cook up quickly and provide a filling base for the salad.

The Quick Marinade: A liquid base of beef stock and fresh lemon juice helps tenderize the meat, while a spice blend of minced garlic, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, paprika, and oregano adds in the flavor.

The Fresh Greens & Fruit: A bed of fresh baby spinach gets topped with sliced grape tomatoes, sweet diced strawberries, and crisp Gala apples. The fruit is the secret to balancing out the savory steak and making this a kid-friendly meal!

The Toppings: A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and crumbled melba toast. Using melba toast is my favorite trick for getting that light crunch without using store-bought croutons.

The Simple Dressing: You don’t need a complicated vinaigrette. Just extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), apple cider vinegar for a tangy bite, some minced garlic, and a pinch of kosher salt.

Want to mix it up? Try swapping the balsamic dressing for a creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing, or add sliced avocado and toasted walnuts for extra crunch.

This is a quick and easy meal that’s easy on the diet, gives you your greens and protein and hearty enough to make a great standalone lunch or dinner recipe!

Looking for more recipes on the lighter side? Try these:

Spinach and Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe

Oven Baked Chicken With Potatoes and Vegetables

One Pan Beef and Cabbage With Skirt Steak

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