Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with this delightful Thai-Marinated Steak Salad. This recipe beautifully blends marinated steak with fresh vegetables and a zesty lime juice dressing, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
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1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
1 pound flank steak
4 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach, and romaine)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 avocado, sliced (optional)
2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed) for the dressing
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for the dressing
1 tablespoon olive oil for the dressing
Salt and pepper to taste for the dressing
Instructions
Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes until well combined and the sugar has dissolved completely.
Marinate the Steak: Place the flank steak in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is well coated. Seal and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-4 hours.
Prepare the Salad Ingredients: While the steak is marinating, wash and chop all salad vegetables as directed. Set aside in a large bowl or container.
Grill the Steak: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
Let it Rest: Once grilled, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
Assemble the Salad: Slice the rested steak against the grain into thin strips. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Add the sliced steak on top.
Dress the Salad: Drizzle the lime juice dressing over the salad, gently tossing to combine all ingredients.
Serve: Divide the salad among serving plates and top with avocado slices if desired.
