Description
Thai beef salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing. This delightful meal bursts with flavors that will awaken your taste buds, making it perfect for warm days or lively gatherings. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a fantastic choice for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 large English cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup peanuts, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Marinate flank steak in lime juice, fish sauce, and chili paste for 30 minutes.
- Heat grill or skillet over medium-high heat; sear steak for 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- Let steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Combine sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over salad ingredients; add sliced beef and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with toasted peanuts and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute flank steak with grilled shrimp or tofu for a different twist. You can also add fresh mint or extra herbs for an additional burst of flavor.