Beef Salad with Red Onion and Herbs
A quick and refreshing salad of seared beef slices tossed with crisp red onion and fresh herbs, finished with a simple chili-lime dressing.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- ¾ lb beef sirloin steak
- 1 medium red onion
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup fresh mint
- 1 whole lime
- ½ tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- 1
Season the 0.75 lb beef sirloin steak with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- 2
Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, until browned and firm to the touch. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
- 3
Thinly slice the 1 medium red onion and place in a large bowl. Add the 0.5 cup cilantro leaves and 0.25 cup mint leaves.
- 4
Slice the rested beef thinly against the grain and add to the bowl. Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over everything and sprinkle with 0.5 tsp chili flakes.
- 5
Toss well to combine, then season with salt to taste. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- large bowl
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