Thai Lime Beef Salad
Bright, bold, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Thai Lime Beef Salad is a perfect harmony of spice, tang, and freshness, making it a standout dish for any occasion. Tender slices of perfectly seared beef sirloin are paired with crisp vegetables like cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, then tossed in a zesty dressing of fish sauce, lime juice, and fresh chili for that unmistakable Thai kick. Fresh herbs like cilantro and mint elevate the salad with aromatic notes, while a sprinkle of roasted peanuts adds an irresistible crunch. Served atop a bed of mixed salad greens, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this easy Thai beef salad is a must-try for fans of healthy, flavorful, and satisfying meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g beef sirloin
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1.5 tsp light brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red chili, finely sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tbsp roasted peanuts, chopped
- 3 cups mixed salad greens
Instructions
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Season the beef sirloin with salt and pepper, then sear it for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your preferred level of doneness.
Remove the beef from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, thinly slice it against the grain.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and sliced chili to make the dressing. Adjust to taste if necessary.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and mint leaves. Toss gently to combine.
Add the sliced beef to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over the top. Toss everything together until well coated.
To serve, arrange the mixed salad greens on a serving platter or individual plates. Top with the beef and vegetable mixture.
Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts over the salad for added crunch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.0 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.8 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 358 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 4160 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.3 g | ||
| Protein | 133.2 g | 266% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1091 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 39.5 mg | 219% | |
| Potassium | 4955 mg | 105% | |
*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.
