Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Marinated Watercress, Onion, and Tomato Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
33%
Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Marinated Watercress, Onion, and Tomato Salad
50 min.
6
308kcal

Suggestions

Experience the perfect blend of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors with these Grilled Steak Sandwiches featuring a vibrant marinated watercress, onion, and tomato salad. This recipe is a fantastic choice for those who appreciate a hearty yet dairy-free meal that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture. The star of the dish is a well-trimmed tri-tip beef roast, expertly grilled to a tender rare finish, ensuring every bite is juicy and full of rich, beefy goodness.

The accompanying salad is a refreshing contrast, combining peppery watercress, thinly sliced white onion, and ripe plum tomatoes, all marinated in a tangy white balsamic vinegar dressing with a hint of dry mustard and a touch of sweetness from dark brown sugar. This balance of flavors elevates the sandwich, adding brightness and a delightful crunch that complements the succulent steak perfectly.

Grilling the French baguette slices until just crusty adds a satisfying texture and makes the sandwiches easy to handle, while the simple yet flavorful dressing ties all the components together beautifully. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe is ideal for lunch or dinner when you want something impressive yet straightforward to prepare. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a casual family meal, these grilled steak sandwiches are sure to impress with their bold flavors and fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon t brown sugar dark
  • 1.8 teaspoons ground mustard dry divided
  • pieces crusty baguette french
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • large plum tomatoes very thinly sliced
  • pound tri-tip beef roast 
  • bunch watercress trimmed
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white
  • 0.5  onion white very thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • tongs
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  2. Whisk oil, vinegar, and 3/4 teaspoon mustard in large bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  3. Transfer 2 tablespoons dressing to small bowl; whisk in sugar and 1 teaspoon mustard.
  4. Sprinkle beef all over with salt and pepper, then top with mixture from small bowl.
  5. Grill beef until thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 120°F to 125°F for rare, turning occasionally, about 30 minutes.
  6. Place on cutting board; let rest 10 minutes.
  7. Cut very thinly across grain.
  8. Meanwhile, add tomatoes, watercress, and onion to dressing in large bowl. Marinate while beef grills, tossing occasionally. Grill bread, cut side down, until just crusty, about 3 minutes; place on plates, grilled side up.
  9. Arrange beef slices over bread. Using tongs and draining slightly, top with salad.
  10. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories308kcal
Protein42.84%
Fat46.69%
Carbs10.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.46
Glycemic Load
2.31
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
16.726956554081%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.28mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
1.06mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
3.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:308kcal
15.4%
Fat:15.55g
23.92%
Saturated Fat:4.8g
29.98%
Carbohydrates:7.85g
2.62%
Net Carbohydrates:7.08g
2.58%
Sugar:5.9g
6.56%
Cholesterol:98.28mg
32.76%
Sodium:94.84mg
4.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.1g
64.19%
Selenium:37.93µg
54.19%
Vitamin B6:0.92mg
45.77%
Vitamin B3:8.68mg
43.4%
Zinc:5.5mg
36.66%
Phosphorus:317.3mg
31.73%
Vitamin B12:1.48µg
24.7%
Potassium:636.6mg
18.19%
Vitamin K:17.76µg
16.92%
Iron:2.66mg
14.78%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.14%
Magnesium:42.61mg
10.65%
Vitamin C:8.17mg
9.91%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.71%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.57%
Vitamin A:477.63IU
9.55%
Vitamin E:1.29mg
8.58%
Copper:0.15mg
7.58%
Folate:26.98µg
6.75%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.27%
Calcium:56.15mg
5.61%
Fiber:0.76g
3.06%
Source:Epicurious