Skirt Steak and Kabocha Salad with Pecans, Goat Cheese and Maple Dressing

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Skirt Steak and Kabocha Salad with Pecans, Goat Cheese and Maple Dressing

A bit sweet from the squash and maple flavored dressing, this hearty beef salad gets a nice balance from a bit of creamy and tangy goat cheese and crunch from toasted pecans for a delicious fall salad.

Course Main Course, Salad

Cuisine American

Keyword american, beef, dairy-free, dinner, dressing, easy, egg-free, fast, goat cheese, kabocha, lunch, main, maple, nightshade-free, nut-free, pecan, salad, skirt steak, steak

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Servings

Calories 750kcal

Author Jenny Ross

Ingredients

Salad

1 pound skirt steak
1 cup kabocha pre-cooked and cubed
3 cups mixed greens
2 ounces goat cheese crumbled, omit for dairy-free, or substitute for dairy-free feta
1/2 cup pecans toasted, omit for nut free, or substitute sunflower seeds

Dressing

1 tablespoon keto-friendly maple syrup such as Lakanto brand
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
1 teaspoon Dijon optional, helps keep the dressing emulsified
salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Thoroughly dry the skirt steak and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat a large cast iron pan over medium-medium high. When hot, add a bit of avocado oil and when the oil is hot, add the skirt steak, pressing to ensure good contact with the pan for the best sear. Cook for about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain for the most tender result.
While the steak rests, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
To assemble the salad, toss the greens and kabocha with the dressing Sprinkle with the goat cheese and pecans. Top with sliced steak and serve.

Notes

Nutrition using half the olive oil and half the pecans: Calories: 603 cal, Carbs: 9g, Fiber: 2g, Fat: 39g, Protein: 57g

Nutrition without cheese: Calories: 528 cal, Carbs: 9g, Fiber: 2g, Fat: 33g, Protein: 52g

Nutrition without pecans: Calories: 517 cal, Carbs: 7g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 30g, Protein: 56g

Nutrition without cheese or pecans: Calories: 442 cal, Carbs: 7g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 24g, Protein: 50g

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