Salpicón de Res

Salpicón de Res is a vibrant Mexican dish made from finely shredded beef mixed with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, perfect for a low-carb snack. This refreshing and flavorful dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients.

Salpicón de Res
45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Beef flank steak - 300 grams
  • Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Red onion - 50 grams, diced
  • Cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
  • Tomato - 100 grams, diced
  • Green bell pepper - 50 grams, diced
  • Avocado - 1 medium, diced
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the beef flank steak. Cook for about 30 minutes or until the meat is tender.
  2. Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot, let it cool slightly, and then shred it with two forks.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded beef, diced red onion, cilantro, tomato, and green bell pepper.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
  5. Pour the dressing over the beef and vegetable mixture, and toss everything together until well combined.
  6. Gently fold in the diced avocado just before serving to maintain its texture.
  7. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg
  • Total Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.

Tags

MexicanLow CarbSnack