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Aleppo Grilled Steak with Farro Salad

This Aleppo Grilled Steak with Farro Salad combines the bold heat of Aleppo pepper with juicy grilled strip steaks, paired with a lemony farro salad tossed with Castelvetrano olives, fresh parsley, and mint. Quick to prep and great for make-ahead lunches or summer dinners, this dish is light, filling, and full of Mediterranean flair.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American Grill, Mediterranean
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking farro
  • 2 12- oz strip steaks about 1 1/2 inches thick
  • 3/4 tsp Aleppo pepper
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • 2 tsp grated lemon zest
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 small shallots thinly sliced
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3/4 cup pitted Castelvetrano olives crushed and roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint torn or roughly chopped

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Zester or grater

Method
 

  1. Heat grill to medium. Cook farro according to package directions.
  2. Season steaks with Aleppo pepper, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Grill for 5–8 minutes per side to desired doneness. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, shallots, and 1/2 tsp each of salt and pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir olive oil into the lemon mixture, then toss with cooked farro.
  5. Fold in olives, parsley, and mint. Serve salad alongside sliced steak.

Notes

  • You can prepare the farro salad in advance—just fold in herbs before serving to keep them fresh.
  • Aleppo pepper adds fruity heat; substitute with crushed red pepper if unavailable.
  • Resting the steak helps retain juices for maximum tenderness.
  • This meal is ideal for meal prep—pack steak and salad separately for reheating.
  • Great served warm or at room temperature for picnics or alfresco dining.