Mealtime Magic: Crunchy Mediterranean Steak Salad

Summer is the season of summer barbecues and outdoor cookouts! I’ve got a great (nutritious) recipe that will thrill all taste buds. The Healthy Mommy “Crunchy Mediterranean Steak Salad” is not only tasty but it’s perfect to cook on the barbecue during the warm weather.

Originally published:
https://www.thehealthymommy.com/recipe/crunchy-mediterranean-steak-salad/

INGREDIENTS
cooking oil spray

1 lb. lean beef steak
2 medium whole wheat pita breads (approx. 2 oz. each)
1 cucumber finely diced
4 tomatoes finely diced
1 red pepper finely diced
1 green pepper finely diced
4 green onions sliced
2/3 bunch mint leaves finely chopped
1 bunch fresh parsley finely chopped
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Salts & Pepper

INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 350.
Spray a frying pan (or use the barbecue grill) with oil and heat over high heat. Cook beef for 4 minutes each side, or until cooked to your liking. Set aside to rest for a few minutes, then slice.
While the meat is cooking, lightly spray the pita bread half (use one half of pita bread per serving) with cooking oil spray and place on a baking tray in the oven. Cook until crisp and slightly golden.
In a bowl combine all the fresh salad ingredients with the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
When the pita bread is crunchy, break into small pieces and toss through the salad. Top salad with beef slices and an extra squeeze of lemon juice if desired, to serve.