The Valentines Day dinner: Steak, cocktail, and romance await!
A romantic Valentine’s Day dinner featuring a delicious steak, a refreshing cocktail, and a touch of love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ribeye steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce cranberry juice
- 1 ounce lime juice
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Rub the steaks with olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, and garlic.
- Grill the steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- While the steaks are cooking, prepare the salad by tossing mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and balsamic vinaigrette in a bowl.
- In a shaker, combine vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice with ice. Shake well.
- Strain the cocktail into a glass and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Once the steaks are done, let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the steak alongside the salad and the cocktail for a complete romantic dinner.
Notes
- For a more tender steak, consider marinating it for a few hours before grilling.
- Adjust the cocktail ingredients to taste for sweetness or tartness.
- Pair with a nice red wine for an extra touch of romance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg