Spinach Steak and Mushroom Salad

Ingredients

Salad

• 1 lb grilling strips beef loin steak, 1-inch thick
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups mushrooms, halved
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 (6 ounce) bag baby spinach
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Dressing

• 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   To make the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients.

2. 2

   To make the salad: Season the steak with half each of the salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Place on a greased grill over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Close the lid and grill, turning once, until medium-rare, about 8 minutes.

5. 5

   Transfer to a cutting board and tent with foil.

6. 6

   Let stand for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Thinly slice across the grain.

8. 8

   Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.

9. 9

   Saute the mushrooms, garlic, thyme and remaining salt and pepper until no liquid remains and the mushrooms are golden, about 5 minutes.

10. 10

    Divide the spinach between four plates.

11. 11

    Divide the mushrooms, steak and onion over the top.

12. 12

    Drizzle with the dressing.