Thai Beef Salad Recipe

Thai Beef Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly balances savory, sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Known for its bold and aromatic ingredients, this salad is a delicious fusion of tender grilled beef, crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing. It’s the perfect combination of textures and tastes, making it an ideal option for a light lunch or dinner, especially on warm days when you’re craving something fresh and exciting.

The star of this salad is the juicy, marinated beef, typically sirloin or flank steak, grilled to perfection and thinly sliced to ensure tenderness. The salad itself is loaded with crunchy vegetables such as cucumber, bell peppers, and carrots, adding a satisfying crunch that complements the richness of the beef. Fresh herbs like cilantro, mint, and Thai basil give the salad an aromatic lift, making each bite refreshing and fragrant.

What truly sets Thai Beef Salad apart, though, is the dressing. Made from fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, sugar, and a touch of chili, the dressing ties all the ingredients together with its complex, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor. It’s the perfect balance of salty, sour, sweet, and spicy—capturing the essence of Thai cuisine in every drop.

This dish is not only a treat for the taste buds but also packed with nutrients, thanks to the fresh vegetables and lean protein from the beef. It’s light yet filling, making it an ideal meal for those looking to enjoy something both healthy and satisfying.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just craving something different, Thai Beef Salad is sure to impress with its bold flavors and vibrant colors. It’s a dish that transports you straight to Thailand with every bite.

Thai Beef Salad

3.77 from 77 votes

A refreshing and flavorful salad combining grilled beef, fresh vegetables, and herbs with a tangy Thai-inspired dressing.

Servings 1 people

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 150 g beef steak preferably sirloin or ribeye
• 2 cups mixed salad greens such as lettuce and arugula
• 1 small cucumber thinly sliced
• 1 medium tomato sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves chopped
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce for dressing
• 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed, for dressing
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar for dressing
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce for dressing
• 1 small red chili sliced, for dressing

Instructions

 

• Preheat a grill or frying pan over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper on both sides.
• Grill the beef for 3-4 minutes on each side or until it reaches your desired doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
• In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cucumber, tomato, cilantro, and mint.
• In a small bowl, mix together the fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and sliced chili to make the dressing.
• Add the sliced beef to the vegetable mixture and pour over the dressing. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
• Serve immediately and enjoy your Thai Beef Salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Calories: 350kcal

Meal Type: Salad

Cuisine: Thai

Keyword: Grilled Beef, salad, Thai cuisine

Cooking Method: Grilled

Diet: Meatlovers

Time: <30 Min

Level: Easy

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