Thai Beef Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Thai Beef Salad. This refreshing dish features perfectly seared sirloin steak, crisp mixed greens, and a zesty dressing that balances savory, sweet, and tangy notes. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal meal for warm days or a light yet satisfying dinner. Impress your family or guests with this colorful and nutritious salad that packs a punch in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak
- 4 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
- 1 medium cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Season the sirloin steak with salt and pepper. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let it rest before slicing.
- Slice the Vegetables: Thinly slice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes. Rinse mixed greens under cold water and dry well.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and a pinch of black pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and cilantro. Toss gently to mix.
- Add Sliced Beef: Slice the rested beef against the grain and place it over the salad mixture.
- Drizzle Dressing: Pour dressing over salad just before serving and toss lightly to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg