Ingredients for - Flat Iron Steak Salad

1. 3/4 pound beef flat iron steak or top sirloin steak
2. 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3. 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
4. 1/4 cup olive oil
5. 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
6. 2 teaspoons lemon juice
7. 5 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 6 cups)
8. 1 medium beefsteak tomato, sliced
9. 1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
10. 4 radishes, thinly sliced
11. 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, optional

How to cook deliciously - Flat Iron Steak Salad

1 . Stage

Sprinkle steak with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand 5 minutes.

2 . Stage

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, lemon juice and the remaining salt and pepper. Divide spinach among 4 plates. Add tomato, avocado and radishes.

3 . Stage

Cut steak into slices; place over salad. Drizzle with dressing; if desired, sprinkle with cheese.