Steak Salad & Cherry-Balsamic Salsa

Instructions:

1. Step 1:

   In a small bowl, combine strip steak, 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, 2 tbsp balsamic and salt and pepper to taste. Toss to coat the steak and set aside.

2. Step 2:

   Meanwhile, pit and coarsely chop the cherries. Finely chop basil. Peel and finely chop red onion. Combine all together in a small bowl.

3. Step 3:

   In a small microwave-safe dish, microwave remaining 1/4 cup balsamic for 15 seconds, until bubbling. Pour over cherries and stir to combine. Set aside.

4. Step 4:

   Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining 2 tbsp olive oil. Add strip steak and cook 4 minutes on each side, or until done to your preference. Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes.

5. Step 5:

   In a serving bowl, tear butter lettuce into bite-size pieces. Cut strip steak into thin slices, then top with cherry salsa and sunflower seeds. Enjoy!