Juicy cuts of steak, toasted pita and whipped feta come together to make this green salad a complete meal that will keep you satisfied for hours. A celebrated spice mix in the Middle East, za’atar adds nutty, herbal notes to each bite.
| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 35 min |
| Active: | 35 min |
| Yield: | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 pieces pita bread, torn into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt
- 1 4-ounce block feta cheese
- 1 small clove garlic
- Grated zest of 1/2 lemon, plus the juice of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons za’atar seasoning, plus more for sprinkling
- 1/4 cup chopped pepperoncini, plus 3 tablespoons brine
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 1/2 pounds flank steak, halved lengthwise, then crosswise
- Freshly ground pepper
- 1 large romaine lettuce heart, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400˚ F. Toss the pita pieces with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt on a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the feta, garlic, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons za’atar and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor. Puree until thick and smooth.
- Whisk the pepperoncini brine, lemon zest and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large bowl. Stir in the chopped pepperoncini and cherry tomatoes.
- Place the steak pieces between 2 pieces of plastic wrap or parchment and pound with the flat side of a meat mallet or a heavy skillet until about 3/4 inch thick. Season all over with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
- Add the romaine and toasted pita to the tomato mixture and toss; season with salt and pepper. Divide among shallow bowls. Top with the steak and sprinkle with more za’atar. Serve with the whipped feta.
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 680 |
| Total Fat | 45 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 13 grams |
| Cholesterol | 128 milligrams |
| Sodium | 1163 milligrams |
| Carbohydrates | 24 grams |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 grams |
| Sugar | 4 grams |
| Protein | 43 grams |
Reviews
This was a very flavorful salad that was perfect for a busy weeknight. I was surprised to find the seasoning at our local grocery store (Harris Teeter) and was prepared to buy it online. I replaced the torn pita with torn naan, and it worked great.