Grilled Steak with Grilled Tomato Relish

Ingredients:

• 2 (6 oz.) sirloin steaks
• 2 medium tomatoes, halved lengthwise
• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 2 tbsp. dried basil
• salt 
• freshly ground black pepper
• fresh basil sprigs (optional)

Makes 2 Servings 

1. Place the steak on a lightly greased grill 4"-6" above a solid bed of medium-hot coals. Cook, turning if needed, until evenly browned on the outside and a thermometer inserted in the center registers 145 F (for medium-rare). Cut to test for doneness (about 15 minutes).
2. Meanwhile, place the tomatoes on the grill, cut sides up, and brush them lightly with 1 tablespoon of the oil. When the tomatoes are browned on the bottom (about 3 minutes), turn them over and continue to cook until soft when pressed (about 3 more minutes).
3. While the tomatoes are grilling, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, the onion, and garlic in a medium frying pan with a heatproof handle. Set the pan over the coals (or set on the stove over medium-high heat). Cook, stirring often, until the onion is limp and golden (about 10 minutes). Stir in the basil.
4. When the tomatoes are soft, stir them into the onion mixture, then set the pan aside on a cooler area of the grill (or cover and keep warm on the stove).
5. When the steak is done, place it on a board with a well (or on a platter). Spoon the tomato relish alongside the steak. Season with the salt and pepper and garnish with basil sprigs, if using. 
6. To serve, cut the meat into thin slices. Combine the accumulated meat juices with the tomato relish, if desired.

WW POINTS VALUE: 9 pts.

Note: This recipe appears in the South Beach Diet Book. This meal is another great way to kick-start your healthy lifestyle. You can have your steak and Italian and eat them too. Grilled steak goes great with grilled onions and tomatoes with an Italian flare. The meat literally melts in your mouth when it's cooked right as do the onions and tomatoes.