Description
Brussels Sprout and Beef Salad is a hearty and protein-rich salad featuring tender cooked beef, fresh shredded Brussels sprouts, crisp red onions, and shredded carrots, all tossed in a savory and slightly sweet dressing. This quick and easy salad makes a satisfying meal or side dish packed with fresh textures and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cooked beef, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced Brussels sprouts, red onion, and shredded carrots, ensuring an even mix of fresh, crunchy textures.
- Add the beef: Incorporate the cooked, sliced beef into the bowl with the vegetables, distributing it evenly to combine flavors.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, honey, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing evenly over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
- Toss the salad: Gently toss the salad until all components are well-coated with the dressing and flavors are evenly distributed.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste, or chill it slightly in the refrigerator if preferred before serving.
Notes
- Leftover grilled steak works perfectly, adding a smoky flavor to the salad.
- For added crunch, consider topping with toasted nuts like almonds or walnuts.
- This salad can be prepared ahead and chilled for enhanced flavor melding.
- Adjust the honey quantity based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
