Thai Beef Salad
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this irresistibly fresh Thai Beef Salad recipe. Tender slices of marinated, pan-seared sirloin steak rest atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, crunchy cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion. A fragrant medley of cilantro and mint enhances the salad, while the tangy dressing—made from fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, and a hint of chili—offers the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. Ready in under 35 minutes, this dish is a healthy and flavorful option that's perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Whether you're craving something refreshing or seeking to impress guests with authentic Thai-inspired cuisine, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef sirloin steak
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium red chili
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Start by marinating the beef. In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Place the beef sirloin steak in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring the steak is completely coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
While the steak is marinating, prepare the salad ingredients. Thinly slice the cucumber and red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber slices, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, cilantro leaves, and mint leaves.
For the dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 3 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Thinly slice the red chili and add it to the dressing. Mix until the sugar dissolves.
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the steak from the marinade and cook it in the preheated pan for about 3-5 minutes on each side or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
Once cooked, transfer the steak to a plate and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
Add the sliced beef to the salad bowl with the vegetables.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently.
Divide the salad into serving bowls and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious and refreshing Thai Beef Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 1022 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 934 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
