Lemongrass Beef With Avocado

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 9

Lemongrass Beef With Avocado for a Healthy Meal

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup sesame-ginger salad dressing
	2 tablespoons refrigerated fresh lemongrass , paste
	2 tablespoons bottled korean sweet sesame red chili sauce ( or see Thai Sweet Chili Sauce )
	1 flank beef steak ( about 1 pound )
	3 teaspoons garlic-flavored olive oil , divided
	1 1/2 cups mini sweet peppers , cut into 3/4-inch pieces ( sweet mini-peppers orange , yellow , red )
	2 fresh california avocados , peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
	1/2 cup coarsely chopped Italian parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

524

Sugar

28g

Fat

40g

If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, Lemongrass Beef with Avocado is a great option. This dish combines tender and flavorful beef steak with colorful mini sweet peppers and creamy avocado. Marinating the beef in a flavorful combination of sesame-ginger dressing, lemongrass paste, and sweet chili sauce gives it a delicious flavor that pairs well with the sweet peppers and avocado. This dish is also easy to make and can be a great option for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.

Instructions

1.	Prepare the marinade by whisking together the sesame-ginger salad dressing, lemongrass paste, and Korean sweet sesame red chili sauce in a bowl.
2.	In a sealable plastic bag, add the marinade and beef steak, and coat the steak evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3.	Heat 2 teaspoons of garlic-flavored olive oil over high heat in a pan. Add the marinated beef steak and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until it's cooked to your liking. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
4.	In the same pan, add the remaining teaspoon of garlic-flavored olive oil and the mini sweet peppers. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they're tender.
5.	Arrange the sliced beef steak, sweet peppers, and cubed avocado in a serving bowl or platter. Top with the chopped Italian parsley.
6.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This meal is packed with flavor and nutrients, providing a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals.

It’s a great source of protein and healthy fats with the beef and avocado, while the mini sweet peppers provide a boost of vitamin C.

CONS

The high sodium content in the salad dressing and sweet chili sauce may not be ideal for those on a low-sodium diet.

This dish may also be relatively high in calories for those watching their intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lemongrass has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can promote overall health and wellness.
Beef is a great source of protein and iron, which is essential for healthy blood and muscle function.
Avocado is high in healthy fats and fiber, which can aid in digestion and improve heart health.