If you’re looking for a fresh, healthy, and satisfying meal, a Beef and Snow Pea Stir-Fry Salad is the perfect choice. This dish combines tender strips of beef with crisp, crunchy snow peas and a variety of vibrant vegetables, all tossed together in a savory stir-fry sauce. The result is a colorful salad that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients.
The beauty of this salad lies in its versatility. You can easily customize it to your taste by adding your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers, carrots, or cucumbers. The beef, sautéed quickly in a hot pan, retains its juiciness, creating a perfect contrast to the crunchy snow peas. The vegetables maintain their crispness, adding texture and color to the dish.
The stir-fry sauce, made with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a hint of honey or brown sugar, brings everything together with its sweet, salty, and slightly tangy flavors. This combination perfectly complements the beef and vegetables, making each bite full of flavor.
This salad is an excellent option for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch. It’s also a great dish to prepare in advance, as the flavors develop even further after sitting for a little while. Just be sure to keep the dressing separate until you’re ready to serve to maintain the freshness of the vegetables.
Another benefit of this salad is its nutritional value. Beef is an excellent source of protein and iron, while snow peas provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Together, they create a well-rounded meal that will keep you feeling satisfied and energized throughout the day.
In conclusion, a Beef and Snow Pea Stir-Fry Salad offers a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and nutrients, making it a great addition to your meal rotation. With its light yet filling nature, it’s a dish that works well in any season, whether you’re craving something light in the summer or warming in the wint
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger fresh, grated
- 8 ounces snow peas trimmed
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 Green onions sliced
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped fresh
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the sliced beef and toss to coat. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned.
- Add the snow peas, bell pepper, and green onions to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the stir-fry mixture and toss to coat.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve the Beef and Snow Pea Stir-Fry Salad warm or chilled.
Snow peas and bell pepper are great, but mine got overcooked because I got distracted. Next time I’ll prep everything first—this recipe moves fast!
I never liked snow peas before, but this dish has changed my mind! Love the mix of flavors.
I agree! This dish is amazing. Who knew snow peas could taste so good? They’re like little green crunchy gems!
Pretty tasty but I had to use low-sodium soy sauce. Otherwise it would’ve been way too salty for me.
This tastes like restaurant food. I didn’t have flank steak so I used skirt and it worked. Would recommend to anyone who likes quick stir-fries.
Totally agree—this has that “takeout” vibe. I made it for a weeknight and it tasted like something I’d order. Nice swap with the skirt steak!
This recipe is amazing! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the beef came out so tender. Definitely a 5-star dish for the family! 🍽️
I love cilantro, but it can be weirdly overpowering. I’d use less or add it at the end for sure. Also high heat + cornstarch usually makes a nice coating, so I’m optimistic.
Yum! I added some cashews because I love nuts. It’s a great combo! Highly recommend! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Nuts in a stir-fry? Sounds kinda weird! But if you liked it, good for you. I’ll stick to the original recipe tho.
I love cashews too, but I wonder if they really fit in a beef dish? 🤔 Anyway, your enthusiasm is contagious! Trying it this weekend!
Just tried this recipe and my family loved it! Will definitely make again.
I didn’t have snow peas so I used regular peas. Still tasted good! Maybe next time I’ll actually follow the recipe.
Glad to hear it still turned out good! Peas are peas, right? 😄
Shaking my head, didn’t turn out as good as I thought. My stir-fry skills are not great.
Don’t be too hard on yourself! Stir-fry can be tricky. Just keep practicing and it will get better!
My first time cooking flank steak like this and it came out tender! The sauce clinged really nice. Cilantro on top is a must.
I followed the steps and it turned out okay, but the sauce separated a bit when I tossed it. Maybe my cornstarch didn’t dissolve enough?
I think your instincts are right. If the cornstarch doesn’t fully hydrate, it can break and leave a watery layer. I usually dissolve it in a little of the soy sauce first (or warm it slightly) before mixing everything.
That sounds like classic cornstarch/cold sauce separation. Next time I’d whisk it longer and let the beef sit a few minutes before cooking, then toss off-heat or return briefly after adding the vinegar/honey mix.
sesame oil good
Not gonna lie, I’m not a fan of sesame oil, so I used less. Still good, but the flavor profile is definitely strong—like Asian-inspired strong.
Two words: too sticky.
This is a good recipe but 1 tbsp of ginger is a bit overkill. i put too much!
Five stars. No notes. 😅
My family loved it. The ginger smell while cooking is amazing. Definitely making this again for meal prep.
Totally agree—ginger really makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. I meal prepped it too and it reheats great. 👍
Sounds good, but didn’t you forget to mention the amount of salt? I put too much, 🤦♂️. 2 stars!
This recipe was amazing! The beef was so tender and the flavors were on point. Definitely a keeper!
I can’t believe how good this turned out! I wasn’t sure about the honey but it really balanced the soy sauce. Thanks for sharing!
This dish was a hit! The flavors are amazing and it’s super easy to make. Definitely a keeper!
This is super tasty! My family loved it. 5 stars!
5 stars for sure! The ginger and garlic combo rocks! So freshy! Can’t wait to make it again.
Not sure about the honey amount—1/4 cup maybe? 2 tbsp seems kinda light to balance the soy sauce. Still, I like sweet-savory, so I’ll try it and see.
Five stars!!!
Five stars right back! This looks way more flavorful than a basic stir-fry—love the honey + sesame combo. I’m totally making this soon.
I dunno… “salad” but it says serve warm or chilled, so is it actually a salad or just stir-fry in disguise? Still sounds tasty though. Also, 1/4 cup soy sauce feels like a lot for me.
I tried this last night and my kids wouldn’t eat it. They said it was too spicy even tho I didn’t put much garlic. I give it a 2.
Good flavor, but my beef got a little chewy. I think I overcooked it by like a minute—next time I’ll keep it closer to 3 minutes.
I tried this but used chicken instead of beef. It was okay, but not the same. 🤷♂️
I was skeptical about the honey in this, but it surprisingly worked! Nice balance!
This sounds dangerously tasty—sweet, savory, and a little tangy. I’m tempted to meal-prep it for the week. The crisp-tender veg is the key, right?
Dangerously tasty is right 😅 I do 3 minutes on the veg max. Also, I use a little extra ginger because… why not.
Yep—crisp-tender is the whole magic trick. If the snow peas go mushy it loses that fresh stir-fry crunch. I meal-prep it too; just keep the dressing separate until you’re ready so it stays lively.
I didn’t have snow peas so I used snap peas. Same idea, and it worked. Only thing: my pan was too crowded so the veggies steamed instead of crisp-tender. Learn from my suffering.
I followed this recipe but forgot the honey – it was still okay. Just needed more sweetness!
Honey or no honey, beef stir-fry is always bomb! Sometimes I actually forget it too and didn’t mind at all. Glad it turned out okay for you!
This looks seriously good—garlic + ginger + sesame oil is a combo I always trust. I’d maybe add a pinch of chili flakes for a little kick, but overall sounds spot on.
I was skeptical about honey with soy sauce, but wow. The sauce clings to everything. Cilantro on top is the move.
Eh… idk, I think I’d rather just have a burger. This was just weird.
But burgers aren’t everything! This might surprise you if you give it a chance. Try it out!
Honestly, I’m skeptical about 1 tbsp ginger being enough for 1 lb steak, but it was fine. The flavor was not overpowering—just right. I’ll keep this in rotation.
Yeah I was skeptical too. 1 tbsp ginger sounds small for that much steak, but I guess the marinade/dressing balances it. Glad it worked for you!
I tried this and felt the ginger was actually pretty subtle, not overpowering at all. Love that it doesn’t take over the soy/vinegar flavors.
This was absolutely delicious! The flavors work so well together!
I totally agree! This recipe is a game changer. Where do you find snow peas though?
Just average. I’d prefer a simpler salad. Not much into stir-fry.
But this one is healthy! Trust me, once you try it, you might change your mind. More veggies the better!
I totally get you! Stir-fry can be a bit overwhelming with all those flavors. A simple salad is sometimes just what you need. 🌿
Quick and easy to make! Just like my old stir-fry recipe but with the snow peas, it added a nice crunch. Will make again for sure!
Beef & snow peas???? Sounds weird but tastes great! Good job!
Wow! Amazing recipe! The combo of flavors is incredible. Definitely making this again! 🌟
Beef is not good. I used chicken instead. Is venison good too? Confused but I liked the sauce a lot. 4 stars.
Venison? That’s kinda interesting! I’ve never thought of that. But yeah, this sauce is the real star here. Chicken works too! Thanks for sharing!
This sounds like a great sweet-savory balance. I like that it works warm or chilled—perfect for meal prep.
Yummy! But can I swap the beef for chicken? I don’t eat red meat.
Soy sauce + honey + sesame oil… ok that’s basically my personality in food form. I’d eat this warm, then immediately chill the leftovers and pretend I planned it.
Ok but the warm-then-chill leftovers thing? Relatable. The honey + sesame oil dressing sounds dangerously good—like sweet-salty with a nutty finish.
I’m not sure about honey in a stir-fry salad… feels a little too dessert-y. I’d maybe cut it in half and see.
Made it exactly as written and my veggies stayed nice and crisp. The dressing clings well, though I might add a bit more cilantro next time.
That’s awesome—nice to hear the veggies stayed crisp. I always worry the snow peas will get soft, so your result sounds spot on. More cilantro sounds like a great tweak!
wow 😅
Not gonna lie, I used ground ginger instead of fresh and it still tasted fine. Could be better, but it’s a solid quick dinner.
What’s the deal with snow peas? Never heard of em!
Made this for dinner and it was a hit. The sauce is sweet-savory and the veggies stay really crisp. I used flank steak like suggested and cooked it fast—tender not chewy.
This is such a great balance of sweet, salty, and fresh. I doubled the garlic and it still worked—super flavorful!
Uh, what’s cornstarch for? I just winged it and skipped. How important is it really?
Cornstarch is kinda important! It helps to tenderize the beef and thickens the sauce. Without it, your stir-fry might not have the same texture. I wouldn’t skip it next time!
Really liked how fresh the dish tasted. My kids even ate the snow peas, wow!
Really good but too sweet for me. The honey plus sesame oil is a lot. Next time I’ll cut honey in half and maybe add a squeeze of lime for bite.
Sesame oil + honey sounds too sweet to me… I was wrong though. Still, I’ll add extra ginger next time. 😅
The dressing is the star. Sesame oil + rice vinegar = instant upgrade. I used regular bell pepper and added extra cilantro because I’m that person.
Making this for the 3rd time! It’s become a family favorite! So easy and tasty!
It was okay, but the beef turned out chewy. I think I overcooked it.
Maybe try slicing the beef thinner or cook it for less time next time? That might help with the chewiness.
Weird question: is 1 lb flank steak too much for this amount of veggies? Also, “warm or chilled” is nice but chilling stir-fry can make the snow peas lose crunch (at least for me).
Maybe a little much for a “salad,” but flank steak is thin sliced so it cooks fast and gets sauced well. I’d keep it if you want protein-forward—otherwise increase veggies.
I don’t think 1 lb is too much—veggies are only 8 oz snow peas here, but you’ve got bell pepper + onions too, so it feels like a hearty salad. If you want more veggie-forward, cut to 3/4 lb or add extra snow peas/peppers.
Not a fan of snow peas, could I use broccoli instead? Any thoughts?