Asian Beef Noodle Salad - A Delicious and Healthy Meal

This Asian Beef Noodle Salad is packed with vibrant flavors and textures. It features tender marinated beef, fresh vegetables, and noodles tossed in a tangy and aromatic dressing. This recipe is perfect for a light and refreshing lunch or dinner. It's not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, as it combines lean beef, colorful veggies, and whole-grain noodles. With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy the taste of Asia in the comfort of your own home.

Ingredients

• 1 pound flank steak
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 8 ounces rice noodles
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
• Lime wedges, for serving

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the marinade.
2. Place the flank steak in a dish and pour half of the marinade over it. Reserve the remaining marinade for dressing.
3. Cover the steak and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
5. Grill the steak for about 4-6 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
6. Once cooked, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, slice it thinly against the grain.
7. Meanwhile, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
8. In a large bowl, toss the cooked noodles with the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, cucumber slices, chopped green onions, and fresh cilantro.
9. Drizzle the reserved dressing over the noodle mixture and toss to coat evenly.
10. To serve, divide the noodle mixture onto plates and top with the sliced steak.
11. Garnish with chopped peanuts and serve with lime wedges on the side.

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