Can I make this without oil?

Yes — use melted butter or even skip it and thin with vinegar/water. Flavor will still be good.

Can I use dried herbs?

Fresh is way better here. Chimichurri is all about that fresh flavor.

What’s the best steak for this?

Sirloin is the most budget-friendly and works great in the air fryer.

Do I have to use a blender?

No, but it makes it faster and easier—especially if you don’t feel like finely chopping everything.

Chimichurri Steak Salad (Viral Tiktok Recipe)

Description

This is one of those meals that feels way more impressive than it actually is. Once you realize you can cook steak in the air fryer and throw together a quick chimichurri in a blender, it becomes an easy go-to.

Ingredients

Scale

1 steak (sirloin, ribeye, or strip)

Salt and pepper

1 cup Fresh parsley

3 Garlic cloves

2 to 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar

¼ cup Olive oil (or see substitution below)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 can of drained chick peas

1 pint of cherry tomatoes

1 cucumber sliced into quarters

Red Onions (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F
Season steak with salt and pepper
Place steak in the air fryer
6 minutes per side for medium (this is what I did)
Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing
Add parsley, garlic, vinegar, oil (or butter), and salt to a blender
Blend until combined
Add greens to a bowl
Top with sliced steak
Add tomatoes and any extras
Spoon chimichurri over the top

Notes

Serve with sourdough bread on the side
Add roasted potatoes or sweet potatoes
Turn it into a wrap or steak bowl instead

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1