Recipe

Local Strawberry & Arugula Salad

Savoring the vibrant flavors of Maine in every bite with this local Strawberry & Arugula salad. Drizzled with tangy balsamic, this isn't just a salad, it's a love letter to summer in Maine.

June 3, 2026

Strawberry & Arugula Salad with Pineland Steak

Serves 2

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Pineland Natural Meats boneless short ribs or strip steak
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 1 cup Goranson Farm strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 oz Saco River Farm goat cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Pat the steak dry and season all over with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before cooking.
  2. Heat a cast iron pan over high heat. Add a drizzle of oil and cook the steak 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your liking. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing thin against the grain.
  3. Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey until combined. Taste and adjust with a pinch more salt if needed.
  4. Spread arugula across a platter. Scatter strawberries and goat cheese over the top. Lay the sliced steak over everything, then drizzle with the balsamic dressing. Serve immediately.
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