Sesame Beef & Asparagus Salad
Savor the vibrant flavors of our Sesame Beef & Asparagus Salad, where tender marinated beef meets crisp asparagus in a delightful combination. This dish transforms simple ingredients into an impressive meal that dazzles both the palate and the eyes. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, it’s guaranteed to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced thinly
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and honey.
- Marinate the beef slices in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the marinated beef until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add asparagus during the last few minutes of cooking until bright green but still crisp.
- Combine beef and asparagus in a serving bowl; sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve warm or chilled with any remaining marinade drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating ginger into your marinade. Substitute asparagus with snap peas or bell peppers for variation. To make this dish vegetarian, replace beef with tofu or tempeh.