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Beef Steak & Lentil Salad DIETITIAN TIP: The beef in this salad will boost the iron absorbed from the lentils by up to 150%. 1 tsp ⁄ 8 tsp 1 lb (500 g) 1 SALAD 1 ⁄ 2 cup 1 ⁄ 4 cup 2 2 tbsp 1 ⁄ 2 tsp 2 cups EACH Italian seasoning, coarsely ground pepper and salt garlic powder Beef Grilling Steak (e.g. Strip Loin or Top Sirloin), 1 inch thick minced red onion EACH olive oil and chopped fresh basil cloves garlic, minced red wine vinegar EACH salt and dried oregano leaves assorted grilled vegetables (e.g. zucchini, sweet red pepper, asparagus, etc.), cut into chunks 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1 can (540 mL) lentils, drained and rinsed 1 jar (170 mL) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped 1. Combine pepper, Italian seasoning and garlic powder in small bowl. Rub mixture over steak; let stand for 15 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, whisk together oil, red onion, garlic, vinegar, basil, salt and oregano in large salad bowl. Add grilled vegetables, tomatoes, lentils and artichoke hearts. Gently toss together and season to taste. 3. Grill steak over medium-high heat for 4 to 7 minutes per side for medium doneness (160ºF/71ºC). Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut steak into thin slices; serve with lentil mixture. For more know-how on making