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Easy Thai Beef Salad Recipe (Keto/Paleo/Whole30)

This easy Thai steak salad recipe is Paleo, Keto, Whole30 and gluten-free. It takes just 17 minutes to make and it's super delish.
Course dinner, lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Thai
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 393kcal
Author Mihaela

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) beef rump steak
  • 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 small English cucumber cut into matchsticks
  • 1 red onion halved, cut into thin wedges
  • 2 long fresh red chilies halved, deseeded, thinly sliced lengthways
  • 1/4 cup (35g) roasted cashew coarsely chopped
  • sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

Dressing Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) coconut aminos
  • 1 garlic clove finely grated
  • 2 Tbsp fresh ginger finely grated
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

  • Take the beef out of the fridge about 15-20 minutes before cooking and sprinkle it with a pinch of salt and pepper. Rub it on both sides and let it sit to reach room temperature.
  • Heat 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add in the beef and cook for about 6-7 minutes (for medium), flipping it half-way.
  • Set aside on a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice it with a sharp knife.
  • In a small bowl, add all dressing ingredients and whisk well to combine.
  • In a large bowl, arrange the chopped veggies and steak slices. Sprinkle with cashew and pour the dressing over. Gently toss to combine and enjoy!
  • If you make it in a mason jar, start by adding the dressing at the base, then the steak, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, chilies, and cabbage. Keep refrigerated for up to 4 days.
    When ready to serve, toss everything into a bowl, mix to combine.

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Notes

Please read the tips and tricks in the article before making this easy Thai beef salad recipe. Below is just a summary:
  1. To make the best Thai steak salad ever, you should cook the steak perfectly. See the exact steps at Tip #1.
  2. If you don't have the dressing ingredients handy, you can just drizzle some olive oil and balsamic vinegar and it will taste great. To make a peanut butter dressing that goes with any steak salad, check out Tip #2.
  3. You can serve it with roasted veggies like roasted sweet potatoes, asparagus or cauliflower. And you can also serve it with this delicious curried cauliflower soup.
  4. You can make this easy Thai steak salad recipe with rump, ribeye or sirloin. Use flank steak only if you stir-fry it. Moreover, you can replace the beef with chicken or turkey, just remember that the cooking time will be different. See more at Tip #4.

Nutrition

Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 416mg | Potassium: 664mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1246IU | Vitamin C: 77mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 3mg