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Pioneer Woman Queso Steak Salad Recipe

Pioneer Woman Queso Steak Salad Recipe

Are you craving something hearty and delicious? This Pioneer Woman Queso Steak Salad Recipe is perfect! It combines juicy steak with creamy queso.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main dish
Cuisine Tex-mex
Servings 4
Calories 485 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill or skillet
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tongs
  • Serving plates or bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup black beans drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • ½ cup red onion diced
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup queso blanco
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 jalapeño diced
  • Tortilla strips for topping

Instructions
 

  • Season your steak with salt and pepper.
  • Add garlic powder on both sides.
  • Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  • This helps the flavors absorb better.
  • Pat the steak dry with paper towels.
  • Heat olive oil in your skillet.
  • Cook steak for 4-5 minutes per side.
  • Aim for medium-rare to medium doneness.
  • Remove from heat and let rest.
  • Resting keeps the juices inside.
  • Heat queso blanco in a saucepan.
  • dd milk to thin it out.
  • Stir in diced jalapeño for heat.
  • Keep warm on low heat.
  • Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
  • Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
  • Add to your large bowl.
  • Toss in tomatoes, beans, and corn.
  • Add red onion for extra flavor.
  • Mix everything together gently.
  • Cut steak against the grain.
  • Make thin, even slices.
  • This ensures tender, easy-to-eat pieces.
  • Set aside on a plate.
  • Divide lettuce mixture among serving bowls.
  • Top with sliced steak pieces.
  • Add avocado slices around the edges.
  • Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  • Drizzle warm queso sauce generously.
  • Add tortilla strips for crunch.

Notes

  • Don't overcook your steak.
  • Medium-rare works best for tenderness.
  • Always slice against the grain.
  • This makes meat more tender.
  • Warm queso sauce tastes much better.
  • Cold queso becomes too thick.
  • Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor.
  • Add extra jalapeños if you like spice.
  • Let steak rest before slicing.
  • This step is very important.
  • Prep all ingredients before you start cooking.
  • This makes assembly much faster.
  • You can meal prep components ahead.
  • Store them separately in the fridge.
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