A meal full of strong tastes and crisp textures is grilled beef salad with chili peanut dressing. A crisp lettuce and juicy, succulent beef are served with a spicy, nutty vinaigrette that strikes the ideal combination of sweetness, acidity, and spice. It’s a filling and nutritious dish that works well for any occasion!
Recipe Overview
| Preparation Time | 15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 10 minutes |
| Total Time | 25 minutes |
| Servings | 4 |
Ingredients
For the Grilled Beef:
- 500g of beef flank steak or sirloin
- A couple teaspoons of soy sauce
- Garlic: two minced cloves
- One tablespoon of sesame oil
- To taste, add black pepper.
For the Salad:
- Four cups of mixed salad greens
- One finely sliced cucumber
- One cup of cherry tomatoes, cut in half
- Red onion: ½, cut thinly
- Carrot: 1 grated or julienned
- ¼ cup of freshly chopped coriander (cilantro)
- Chopped mint leaves: ¼ cup
For the Chili Peanut Dressing:
- Two teaspoons of peanut butter
- One spoonful of soy sauce
- Double teaspoons of lime juice
- One teaspoon of honey
- One teaspoon of sesame oil
- One teaspoon of fresh red chile or chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2–3 teaspoons of water (to modify consistency)
For Garnish:
- Peanuts, crushed: 2 tablespoons
- wedges of lime: To serve
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Beef
- Combine the black pepper, sesame oil, soy sauce, and chopped garlic in a bowl.
- While you make the salad, rub the steak with the marinade and leave it for ten to fifteen minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Chili Peanut Dressing
- Peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, and chili flakes should all be whisked together in a small bowl.
- Slowly pour in water until the dressing is smooth and pourable. Put aside.
Step 3: Grill the Beef
- Over high heat, preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan.
- For medium-rare, cook the beef for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until it is done to your liking.
- After five minutes of resting, thinly slice the beef against the grain.
Step 4: Assemble the Salad
- Combine the red onion, carrot, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, coriander, mint, and mixed salad greens in a big bowl.
- Gently toss the salad to combine.
Step 5: Serve
- Place the grilled beef pieces on top of the salad, which has been divided among serving dishes.
- Over the top, drizzle the chili peanut dressing.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side and garnish with crushed peanuts.
Tips for Best Results
- To ensure consistent cooking, let the steak come to room temperature before grilling.
- To suit your preferred level of spiciness, adjust the amount of chile in the dressing.
- For more flavor depth, gently toast the crushed peanuts.
Nutritional Benefits
- Beef: A great source of iron, zinc, and high-quality protein.
- Peanut butter: Gives the dressing a hint of sweetness and healthful fats.
- Rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, fresh vegetables provide a well-rounded lunch.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a glass of chilled iced tea or lime-and-basil-infused sparkling water.
For a heartier lunch, serve over steaming jasmine rice or warm flatbread.
Savor the delectable balance of tastes in this nutritious and intriguing Grilled Beef Salad with Chili Peanut Dressing!
