Creole Sirloin with Tomato, Bean and Avocado Salad

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 2 tbsp Creole seasoning (I like to use Emeril's Essence)
• 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 thin cut beef sirloin steaks
• 1 large ripe avocado, halved, stone removed, peeled, diced
• 2 large tomatoes, chopped
• 3 green onions chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 540 ml (9 fl oz) tin mixed salad beans, rinsed, drained
• 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest
• 1 1/2 tbs fresh lemon juice
• salt and pepper to taste (about 1 tsp each)

Directions

1. Rub steaks with olive oil and Creole seasoning.
2. Heat a non-stick frying pan or grill over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium or until cooked to your liking. Transfer to a large plate. Cover with foil to keep the steaks warm.
3. Combine the avocado, tomato, green onions, cilantro, beans, lemon zest and juice in a medium bowl. Stir until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
4. Place a couple large spoonfuls of the bean salad on each plate. Thinly slice the steaks on the grain and place atop the salad. Enjoy!