MLA Grilled Aussie Sirloin, Quinoa and Pistachio Salad
- Prep time 10Min
- Cook time 5Min
- Technique Grill
- Meat Beef
- Cut Sirloin
- Serves 4
Grilled Aussie Sirloin, Quinoa and Pistachio Salad
Ingredients
Alternate cuts: rump steak
- 1 1/3 pounds trimmed Aussie grassfed sirloin steak
- 2 tsp smoky barbecue seasoning
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup mint leaves
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
- 2 tbsp roughly chopped pistachio nuts
- 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 each lemon, zested
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Dressed watercress to serve
Method
For the sirloin: Preheat a ridged chargrill or barbeque to moderately high. Brush the steaks with some olive oil and rub well with the barbeque seasoning. Cook for 2 minutes on each side or until cooked to your liking. Set aside to rest on a plate for 5 minutes, covering loosely with foil.
For the quinoa and pistachio salad: Mix the quinoa with the herbs, nuts, lemon juice, zest and olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
To serve: Slice the steaks and serve with the quinoa and some dressed watercress.
Chef notes:
- For a variation, try replacing the quinoa with couscous, brown rice or pasta.
- Try adding a handful of tinned chick peas or lentils to the quinoa.
Dietary Substitutions
For Keto:
- Substitute cooked quinoa with riced cauliflower or broccoli.
For Paleo:
- Substitute cooked quinoa with riced cauliflower or broccoli.
For Whole30:
- Substitute cooked quinoa with riced cauliflower or broccoli.
