Open-Faced Steak, Pear, and Gorgonzola Sandwiches

Health score
24%
Open-Faced Steak, Pear, and Gorgonzola Sandwiches

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Open-Faced Steak, Pear, and Gorgonzola Sandwiches—a perfect dish for lunch or dinner that will tantalize your taste buds! Imagine the succulent tenderness of seasoned flank steak, beautifully seared to your preferred doneness, paired with the sweet, juicy slices of fresh Bartlett pears. This enchanting combination is elevated further by the creamy richness of Gorgonzola cheese, providing a luxurious touch to every bite.

But that's not all! The fresh, crisp gourmet salad greens, coated in a zesty lemon and garlic vinaigrette, offer a refreshing contrast and a burst of color that makes this sandwich not just delightful to taste, but also a feast for the eyes. The Mediterranean-style flatbread serves as the perfect canvas for this culinary masterpiece, adding a light and airy texture that complements the toppings beautifully.

Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or enjoying a quiet dinner at home, these open-faced sandwiches are sure to impress. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can bring together an exquisite dish that serves six people, making it ideal for sharing with friends and family. Get ready to elevate your mealtime experience with this flavorful and sophisticated recipe!

Ingredients

  • small purée of usa bartlett pear 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon bottled garlic minced
  • pound flank steak trimmed
  • 16.8 ounce flat parsely white mediterranean-style (such as Toufayan)
  • ounce gorgonzola crumbled
  • tablespoons juice of lemon divided
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • cup onion red separated thinly sliced ()
  • cups the salad 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon water 
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of steak with salt and pepper.
  3. Add steak to pan; cook 6 minutes. Turn steak; add onion to pan. Lightly coat onion with cooking spray. Cook steak an additional 6 minutes or until desired degree of doneness, stirring onion frequently.
  4. Transfer steak to a cutting board. Cook onion for an additional 2 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.
  5. Remove pan from heat.
  6. Core pears; cut into thin slices.
  7. Place pears in a large bowl.
  8. Drizzle pears with 2 tablespoons lemon juice; toss well to coat.
  9. Combine remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, vinegar, water, olive oil, and garlic in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk.
  10. Add salad greens and cheese to pear mixture.
  11. Drizzle with oil mixture; toss to coat.
  12. Cut steak diagonally into thin slices. Top each flatbread with about 7 slices (about 2 ounces) steak and about 1 1/3 cups salad mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories398kcal
Protein26.12%
Fat15.93%
Carbs57.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.33
Glycemic Load
44.35
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
16.023478327886%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
5.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:397.68kcal
19.88%
Fat:6.92g
10.64%
Saturated Fat:2.7g
16.85%
Carbohydrates:56.62g
18.87%
Net Carbohydrates:52.77g
19.19%
Sugar:6.26g
6.96%
Cholesterol:48.9mg
16.3%
Sodium:726.43mg
31.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.52g
51.05%
Vitamin B3:6.8mg
34.02%
Selenium:23.47µg
33.52%
Vitamin B6:0.58mg
29.18%
Phosphorus:279.44mg
27.94%
Manganese:0.54mg
27.07%
Zinc:3.88mg
25.84%
Vitamin C:16.67mg
20.21%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.12%
Potassium:539.33mg
15.41%
Fiber:3.85g
15.41%
Iron:2.76mg
15.33%
Folate:55.04µg
13.76%
Copper:0.27mg
13.37%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.22%
Calcium:128.18mg
12.82%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.43%
Magnesium:49.64mg
12.41%
Vitamin A:506.61IU
10.13%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.92%
Vitamin K:3.74µg
3.56%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.71%
Source:My Recipes