Savory Ground Beef & Cucumber Salad for a Quick Meal Delight

This Ground Beef & Cucumber Salad is a low-carb, savory and refreshing dish that's quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Korean

Calories: 370

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

1 pound Ground Beef Opt for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner choice.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves are ideal.
1 inch Fresh Ginger Fresh enhances the taste.
2 tablespoons Korean Gochujang Paste Substitute with Sriracha for a milder option.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free.
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Avocado oil is a good substitute.

For the Salad

2 medium Cucumbers Persian or English cucumbers work best.
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used if needed.
1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Toasted seeds are great for finish.
3 stems Green Onions Chives are a suitable alternative.

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing Bowl
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by mincing garlic and ginger. Wash and dice cucumbers.
In a large skillet, heat sesame oil. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
Add gochujang paste and soy sauce, stir well and cook for a few more minutes.
Toss diced cucumbers with rice vinegar and sesame seeds in a mixing bowl.
Arrange spicy ground beef next to cucumber salad on a plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for those busy weeknights; pairs well with other salads for a complete meal.

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