Beef and Mango Salad

This Beef and Mango Salad combines tender strips of beef with the sweetness of ripe mangoes, creating a refreshing and vibrant dish. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, it offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Beef sirloin - 200 grams, thinly sliced
• Ripe mango - 1 medium, diced
• Mixed salad greens (like spinach, arugula, and lettuce) - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Cucumber - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the sliced beef to the marinade and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
3. While the beef is marinating, prepare the salad by mixing the salad greens, diced mango, red bell pepper, cucumber, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated beef for about 3-4 minutes, or until it is browned and cooked through.
5. Remove the beef from the skillet and let it cool slightly before adding it to the salad.
6. Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients and adjust seasoning if needed.
7. Serve the salad topped with sesame seeds for garnish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the beef, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from the fresh vegetables and mango.

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