Flavorful Thai Beef Salad with Lime

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cups mixed salad greens, washed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• 3 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sriracha, optional
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Method

1. 01
   In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, sriracha, and minced garlic to make the dressing. Set aside.
2. 02
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. 03
   Add the thinly sliced beef to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
4. 04
   In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, mint leaves, and cilantro.
5. 05
   Slice the cooked beef into thin strips and add to the salad.
6. 06
   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined.
7. 07
   Serve immediately, garnished with additional mint or cilantro if desired.