Thai Salad – Grilled, Green, and Glass

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 13
Thai Salad - Grilled, Green, and Glass - a healthy and flavorful salad with a crunch
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 small shallot , minced
4 garlic cloves , minced very fine
1 tablespoon fresh ginger , minced
1 serrano pepper , seeded & sliced fine
1 lime , zest of
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon palm sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 ounces white vinegar
2 ounces water
1/4 small head of cabbage , cut in short strips
1 tablespoon at least fresh mint leaves , quartered ( about 2 stalks )
2 tablespoons at least fresh basil leaves , chopped ( about 2 stalks )
1/3 cup fresh cilantro , chopped ( a small handful )
1 lb fresh asparagus
2 ounces bean thread noodles
2/3 lb bay scallop
1 tablespoon butter
1 ounce fruit-flavored brandy ( blackberry or other )
1 lb tri-tip steak
your favorite steak seasoning ( e.g . McCormick 's )
1 lime , juice of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
280
Sugar
6g
Fat
10g
Thai Salad - Grilled, Green, and Glass is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any meal. This salad is a combination of asparagus, bay scallops, tri-tip steak, bean thread noodles, and a mix of fresh herbs and veggies. It is topped with a flavorful dressing made with soy sauce, fish sauce, and other spices. The salad has a beautiful color and crunch that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. The recipe is easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. Give it a try and enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal!

Instructions

1.In a blender, add shallot, garlic, ginger, Serrano pepper, lime zest, soy sauce, fish sauce, palm sugar, brown sugar, white vinegar, and water. Blend until all are combined and sugar is dissolved.
2.Using a mandolin or knife, thinly slice cabbage and place in a bowl. Add fresh mint leaves, fresh basil leaves, and fresh cilantro.
3.Preheat grill to medium heat. Cut the hard bottoms off of the asparagus. Cut bay scallops into small pieces. Cook bean thread noodles according to the package and put aside.
4.Heat butter in a pan until melted. Add fruit-flavored brandy and bay scallops, cook for 3-4 minutes until brown and coated in juices. If the scallops are big, reduce the heat and cook until they are cooked all the way through. Put aside when ready.
5.Rub tri-tip steak with your favorite steak seasoning. Put on the grill and cook until steak is done, about 7-8 minutes each side. Remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes. Then, slice against the grain into thin strips.
6.On top of the sliced cabbage, sprinkle a little bit of lime juice. Then add asparagus, bean thread noodles, bay scallops, and sliced steak. Drizzle the sauce from the blender over the top of the salad. Add more lime juice to taste.

PROS

Thai Salad – Grilled, Green, and Glass is a delicious and filling salad.
It is high in protein and low in calories which makes it a perfect meal for those who are trying to lose weight.
The dish is also packed with vegetables and herbs which are good for your health.

CONS

The recipe requires a lot of ingredients and preparation which may take some time.
Some people may not like the taste of fish sauce which is one of the ingredients in the dressing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The salad is packed with vegetables and herbs, which are rich in vitamins and minerals. Asparagus is a good source of fiber, folate, and vitamins A, C, E and K. Bay scallops are high in protein and a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. Cabbage is a good source of vitamin C and fiber. Mint is a natural breath freshener and has anti-inflammatory properties. Basil is good for digestion and helps reduce stress. Cilantro can help lower cholesterol and has anti-bacterial properties.

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