Thai Steak Salad with Basil and Mint
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Thai Steak Salad with Basil and Mint—a perfect fusion of bold flavors and refreshing ingredients! Tender, perfectly seared steak meets an irresistible tangy-sweet dressing made with lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, and honey, all spiced up with a hint of red chili. Layered with crisp cucumber, juicy grape tomatoes, and fragrant fresh herbs like basil, mint, and cilantro, this dish is a symphony of textures and colors. Mixed salad greens provide a fresh base, while a garnish of roasted peanuts adds crunch and nuttiness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this beautifully balanced and protein-packed salad is an ideal choice for a light yet satisfying meal. Perfect for fans of Thai cuisine, this dish is sure to impress with its fresh ingredients and authentic flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or flank steak)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 red chili (thinly sliced)
- 1 shallot (thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cucumber (sliced into thin rounds)
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the steak on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Cook the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired doneness.
Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, and sliced red chili to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cucumber slices, tomato halves, shallots, cilantro leaves, basil leaves, and mint leaves.
Add the sliced steak to the salad and toss gently to combine.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again until evenly coated.
Transfer the salad to serving plates and garnish with chopped peanuts.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful Thai steak salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.8 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 57 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 1361 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 724 mg | 15% | |
*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.
