Grilled Sirloin with Spring Salad and Two Sauces

Note: I apologize for the format of this post. Typepad editor sometimes drives me nuts. I am trying to work it out.

Spring has sprung... in my kitchen. 

This dish comes to you courtesy of my boyfriend, aka, the second best cook in this household, behind me and ahead of our dog Remy, whose idea of a gourmet meal is a spoonful of peanut butter with crushed up dog biscuits.  He is a big fan of Dale Levitski from Top Chef 3, calling him the most underrated contestant in the history of Top Chef. 

*Crickets*

I have no argument for or against this, but I do know that this salad is mighty tasty, and a perfect way to welcome spring.  The flavors are dynamic and light, and the anchovies (seriously, if you are afraid of anchovies, snap out of it! You don't know what you are missing!  Do you like salt? Do you like fish? Then you'll like anchovies!) add an extremely interesting layer to this springtime dish.

I don't know about Dale, but I do wish Carla had won this season. She teaches a cooking class next to my office in Washington, DC and whenever I see her, I have the urge to shout out "Hootie Hoo!"

But that would make me slightly crazy.

Grilled Sirloin with Spring Salad and Two Sauces adapted from Bravo TV Top Chef

For the Steaks:

16 oz sirloin steaks, 1" thick 

2 sprigs rosemary

3 stems thyme

6 sage leaves

For the Salad:

1 bunch asparagus

Yellow squash

Scallions

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Salad Dressing:

1/2 Shallot, minced

4 cremini mushrooms, sliced

1 1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar

3 tsp red wine vinegar

2 cloves of garlic

2 stems thyme

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Salsa Verde:

1/3 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, crushed

5 anchovy fillets, crushed

1/3 cup extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tsp Sirracha chili sauce (optional)

1/2 shallot, minced

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

For the salad:

Heat medium saute pan over medium high heat and grill asparagus for 5 minutes, or until slightly 
tender (asparagus should still have a "bite" to it. Do not let it get too soft).  Let cool and cut into rounds. 
Chop white parts of scallion and grill until lightly browned, approximately 1 minute. Slice summer squash 
and marinate with a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and salt and pepper. Julienne the summer 
squash and mix all ingredients together. Toss with pecorino and season. Let cool slightly.

For the Steak:

Marinate steaks with salt, pepper, herbs, and extra virgin olive oil. Grill beef with herbs for 3 minutes on 
each side for medium rare. Slice thin and let rest for 10 minutes. 

For the Salsa Verde:

Mix all ingredients together. Adjust with salt and pepper. 

To Serve:

Pile the asparagus and squash salad in the center of the plate.  Top with sliced steak.  Drizzle with salsa verde. Serve immediately.

Comments

[Eliana]

This looks like such a lovely potpourri of flavors. A perfect dish to welcome spring :)

[Maria]

Too bad we are still getting snow! I am so sick of winter! Thanks for the Spring salad, hopefully it will help:)

[Me HUNGRY!]

OMG I would hootie-hoo like there was no tomorrow if I saw Carla - I wish she had won too!

Gorgeous photo. Recipe looks delicious - I love anchovies!

[Tracey]

I loved Carla! I hope spring gets here soon. That salad does look wonderful.

[The Duo Dishes]

Asparagus are popping up everywhere, and we love it. Great presentation!

[macduff]

I love this! And I feel like I need to mention the fact that you have a sirloin cooked to perfection there. That is a feat - whether you or the BF did it, I don't know.

If I saw Carla, I wouldn't be able to stop myself from screaming hootie hoo at her.

[Cathy]

I've got major spring fever, the kind that makes me want to shirk all of my responsibilities and just sit outside with a fruity drink and a lovely spring salad with two sauces. So thanks for hooking me up with the latter!

[pinkstripes]

I loved Dale. He was my favorite on that season. Just because he reminded of a good friend Lael. They look just like each other, act the same, and even their names rhyme. How cool that you see Carla! You should go up to her. I'm sure she would appreciate it.

[Maggie]

Great looking dish! I loved Dale's food, he was unfairly underrated.