Teriyaki Beef and Mixed Greens Salad is a delicious, light, and refreshing dish that balances the rich, savory flavors of teriyaki-marinated beef with the crisp, fresh texture of mixed greens. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this salad is both satisfying and packed with vibrant flavors.
Start by preparing the beef, using a tender cut like flank steak or sirloin. Marinate the beef in a mixture of teriyaki sauce, garlic, ginger, and a bit of honey or brown sugar for added sweetness. Let the beef marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to soak in. Once marinated, grill or pan-sear the beef over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your preferred level of doneness. Allow the beef to rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
For the salad, choose a mix of fresh greens like spinach, arugula, and baby kale. Add in some crunchy vegetables like cucumber, bell peppers, and shredded carrots. If you like a bit of sweetness, you can also include mandarin orange segments or thinly sliced apples for an extra burst of flavor.
To dress the salad, whisk together a simple vinaigrette made from rice vinegar, sesame oil, a splash of soy sauce, and a touch of honey or brown sugar to enhance the teriyaki flavors. If you want a little heat, a dash of chili flakes or a drizzle of chili oil works beautifully.
Once everything is prepared, toss the greens and vegetables together in the dressing, then top with the thinly sliced teriyaki beef. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and a sprinkle of cilantro or mint for added freshness.
This Teriyaki Beef and Mixed Greens Salad is a balanced meal that’s both hearty and refreshing, combining tender beef with fresh vegetables and a flavorful dressing. It’s perfect for meal prep or a quick, nutritious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin steak thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cucumber sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup carrots shredded
- 2 Green onions sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, marinate the beef slices in teriyaki sauce for 10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the beef slices until desired doneness.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, sliced almonds, shredded carrots, and green onions.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked beef slices to the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve the teriyaki beef and mixed greens salad.
- Enjoy!
I didn’t have cucumber, used pickles instead. LOL! Still turned out pretty good!
I tried it, but the beef was too chewy. Maybe I cooked it too long? 🤔
Horrible! My family didn’t like it at all. Beef didn’t mix well with the veggies.
This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The teriyaki flavor with the beef is simply amazing. I will definitely make it again!
Absolutely delicious! The teriyaki sauce gives it such a nice flavor. Will definitely make this again!
What’s with the fancy ingredients? Just use BBQ sauce, it’s better and easier.
BBQ sauce is good, but have you tried teriyaki? It adds a sweet and savory twist! Just saying!
Honestly, I found this kinda bland. The beef overcooked and I should’ve added more spice or something. Not sure I’ll try again.
Bland? Really? I thought teriyaki sauce had flavor. You must’ve made it wrong, dude.
I totally get what you mean! Sometimes beef can turn out tough if overcooked. Maybe try searing it less next time. And yeah, spices can really bring the flavor up a notch!
Isn’t teriyaki chicken more common? Why beef? 🤨 Anyway, I gave it a try and it was good.
I think both are awesome! But beef has a nice flavor that chicken doesn’t have. Glad you liked it! 😊
Kinda bland for my taste. I wish it had more spices or something. Not the best salad I’ve tried.
This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors are so good together. 😍
I’m not a fan of beef in salads usually, but this one was surprisingly good! Good balance of flavors.
I know right? Beef in salads always seemed weird to me too, but this one really works! Glad you enjoyed it!
Why do people put almonds in salad? That’s just weird. I didn’t like it. 🤢
Almonds in salad? That’s just wrong. I prefer my salads without any nuts, thank you very much. 🤨
I actually love the crunch almonds add! But I guess it’s just not for everyone. 🤷♀️
Eh, it was fine. Flavors were okay, but I don’t know if I’ll make it again. Just not that special. 2.
I thought it was really good! Maybe try it with some extra spices next time?
I agree, it was just okay. Needed something more, like pineapple or bell peppers. 🤷♂️
I didn’t have beef so I used chicken instead, still turned out pretty good! Thanks for the recipe!
Using chicken is a smart idea! I’m glad it turned out well for you. 😊
Why do people put almonds in salad? That’s not right! But overall, it was okay.
So simple! I just marinated the beef and threw everything together. It was fab!
Glad to hear it! I love how easy it is to throw together. Will definitely try it this weekend!
It seems too simple, does it really taste good? I worry about the flavors mixing right.
just meh 🙁
Yummy! Will add more nuts next time for that crunch. Also, I skipped the green onions.
This salad was amazing! So fresh and tasty. Definitely making it again!
I tried this recipe but it wasn’t for me. Too salty! Maybe less teriyaki next time.
I’ve made this too, and I agree! Teriyaki can be too overpowering sometimes. Maybe try a different sauce? 😊
This salad was amazing! The teriyaki flavor with greens is just perfect. Definitely a keeper! 🥗
Yum! My kids loved it. I used chicken instead of beef because I’m poor. Still worked! 4/5!
Too many greens for my taste. I prefer a heavy meat dish. But if you like salads, you might enjoy it.
I get what you mean! This recipe sounds too healthy for me too. I like big hearty meals!
I didn’t have almond so replaced it with croutons. Turned out fine but felt it missed something. 3 stars.
Y’all, do not skip the almonds! They make it so much better!
Recipe says beef but I used chicken cause didn’t have beef. It still worked!
I don’t know, using chicken for a beef recipe just seems wrong. It might change the whole flavor. 🤷♂️
That’s awesome! Chicken is sometimes way better than beef. I’ll try it with chicken next time!
Easy recipe. I just cooked the meat too long, it got tough. But still tasted good.
Soooo good! I doubled the teriyaki sauce because why not? Now it’s my go-to salad. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Can you use pork instead? My boyfriend says beef doesn’t belong on a salad 🤷. Anyway, it’d be 4 if can!
You can totally use pork! It would be yummy with teriyaki too! 😋
I didn’t have all the ingredients, so I used what I had. Still turned out yum! 😅
Wait, why do u cut the beef so thin? My mom says thicker is better for taste! #Confused
I don’t really like salads, but this one has yumm beef! I just ate the beef and left the greens. Haha!
I was skeptical about mixing beef with salad, but wow! This changed my mind. Great recipe!
Disappointed. Where’s the flavor? Needed more sauce or something.
This salad is amazing! The flavors are so well balanced. I loved the crunch of the almonds!
Where’s the beef? I can’t find it in the salad. Haha, okay jokes aside it was good.
There are way too many veggies! You could just have the beef and a side of fries. #teambeef
But the veggies make it healthier! You gotta balance things out, man. #teamveggies
I dunno, just beef and fries sounds way more tasty than a salad. Might pass on this one.
Very good! I added some spicy sauce and it made it perfect. Give it a try if you’re into spicy! 🔥
I have a question! Can I use a different sauce? What if I don’t like teriyaki? 🤔
You can totally use a different sauce! Maybe a honey mustard or a soy sauce? Just tweak the tanginess! 😊
I think teriyaki is best, but if u don’t like it, maybe try BBQ sauce? Just don’t expect the same flavor!
Too many greens for me. I prefer my beef with rice! 😅
I dunno, I think this is kinda overrated. Salad is salad. 😐
Yummy! My fam loved it! Thank you 🎉
Delicious! The teriyaki flavor is off the charts. I added a bit of sesame oil too! 5 stars!
Glad you liked it! I wonder if sesame oil made it even better, I might try that next time.
Teriyaki flavor off the charts? Sounds overly ambitious to me. Is it really that good?
I was skeptical about mixing beef with a salad, but it surprisingly worked out. Not bad!
I’m not much of a cook, but this was easy to make! I think that’s a win.
But teriyaki sauce is so salty! Did you use low-sodium? Just wondering…
Glad to hear that! Cooking can be fun when it’s simple. Keep at it!
This is such a delicious recipe! The teriyaki flavor pairs perfectly with the greens. My family loved it!
Looks good but why teriyaki? Isn’t it too sweet for a salad? Idk, just seems off.
I totally agree! This was a hit in my house too. The flavors were awesome together!
Eh, it was okay. I think I overcooked the beef, but still edible.
Too much onions in this please no more onions, ruined it for me. My partner liked it though, I guess some people might like it. 😩
Waste of time!! Didn’t taste good at all! What’s up with that teriyaki sauce?
Never thought I would eat salad for dinner but this was tasty. Thank you! 🌟
I think I made a mistake with the cooking time and ended up with tough beef. Be careful with that!
Meh, I think it’s fine. Just chew slower! 😅
I totally agree! I’ve made that mistake too. Cooking time is so important. Maybe next time try using a meat thermometer?
Not sure what the fuss is about. The beef turned out kinda chewy. Maybe my cooking skills? 😅
I think the beef should be more tender if cooked right! Did u let it rest a bit after cooking? 🤔
Chewy beef can definitely happen. Maybe try cooking it less next time? I loved the flavors!
Yum! Best salad I’ve ever made! So fresh and tasty.【*heart emoji*】
Yum! Beef and salad? Who thought to combine those? Genius! Will make again!
Can I use chicken instead of beef? I prefer chicken, just curious.
Instructions were easy to follow but my beef was chewy! Did I cook it too long or smth? I’m confused. 😕
Teriyaki is good but I prefer it on fried rice tbh. This salad was ok.
I don’t really understand the appeal of salad. How y’all eatin’ grass and callin’ it dinner? 🤷♂️
Salad can be yummy if you do it right! The teriyaki beef adds flavor, and it ain’t just grass, it’s good for you! 🥗👍
Yum! Made this for dinner and my kids didn’t even notice the veggies. Winner! 🤩
So good, my kids wouldn’t even notice they eat celery! This is fab! 😍
This salad is amazing! The teriyaki flavor really makes the beef pop. Will definitely make it again!
It was okay, but I’m not a fan of mixed greens. Could be better with iceberg lettuce! 3.
This recipe is too simple. Where’s the challenge? Cooking is supposed to be fun, not easy. 2.
I tried this but used chicken instead. Still came out great! Just make sure not to overcook the meat.
Chicken? Really? I didn’t think that would work. Does it taste the same as beef?
Using chicken sounds interesting! I’ll have to try that next time. Glad it worked for you!
Yum! Next time I’ll add some more veggies and nuts, maybe some raisins too!
I like beef, but salad? Not sure. My wife loved it tho, weird.
This is a quick and easy meal! I love how fresh it tastes. Perfect for summer!
It was okay, but I think it needed more sauce? I don’t know, it felt dry. Maybe I’ll try again with more dressing.
This recipe is amazing! The teriyaki flavor is spot on. My family’s new favorite dish!
Pretty good but kinda bland. Next time I’ll add some spice.
I added some avocado and it made it soooo much better! Give it a try! 😍
This is the best salad I’ve made. 10 stars if I could. Perfect for summer!
Honestly, teriyaki sauce in a salad? That’s kinda weird… but I guess if it works for you!
Wow, that sounds delicious! I have to try it soon.
Perfect meal for summer! I added some avocado and it was divine! 😍
Avocado sounds like a great addition! I never thought of that. I’ll try it next time! 😊
This was so simple to make! Plus, it’s healthy! What’s not to like?!
No beef and salad! 🤢 This just doesn’t make sense at all. Why not just a steak?
But salad is for like, rabbits? Just grill the steak man, don’t ruin it with leaves.
I think it’s a great idea! Salad and beef together can be delicious, plus you get your veggies. 🥗