Bright and Fresh Thai Beef Salad

Experience the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this Bright and Fresh Thai Beef Salad, a perfectly balanced dish that combines bold, zesty ingredients with tender, juicy steak. Featuring marinated sirloin or flank steak cooked to perfection, this salad is tossed with crisp salad greens, refreshing cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like mint and cilantro. A tangy dressing of lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, and a hint of chili adds an irresistible punch, while crunchy roasted peanuts provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Thai-inspired recipe is ideal for a light yet satisfying dinner or a showstopping side dish that will wow your taste buds. Perfect for lovers of fresh, healthy, and flavorful meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef steak (sirloin or flank)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 unit red chili, finely sliced
• 100 grams mixed salad greens
• 1 unit cucumber, thinly sliced
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 20 grams fresh mint leaves
• 20 grams fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Season the beef steak with salt and black pepper on both sides. Allow it to rest at room temperature while preparing the other ingredients.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, granulated sugar, minced garlic, and sliced red chili to make the dressing. Adjust the seasoning to taste and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned steak and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or adjust the cooking time for your preferred doneness.

Step 4

Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomato halves, red onion slices, mint leaves, and cilantro leaves.

Step 6

Add the thinly sliced beef to the salad and drizzle the dressing over the top. Gently toss to combine and ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls, and sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts on top for added crunch and flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy the bright, fresh flavors of this Thai-inspired beef salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1182.6 grams (1182.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1577

Total Fat 95.60g	123%
Saturated Fat 29.00g	145%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.00g
Cholesterol 375mg	125%
Sodium 5256mg	229%
Total Carbohydrate 39.90g	15%
Dietary Fiber 9.70g	35%
Total Sugars 15.20g
Protein 145.40g	291%

Vitamin D 35IU	175%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 3242mg	69%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 36.3%

Carbs: 10.0%