Beef Fajita Salad Recipe

Sizzle into summer with this vibrant Beef Fajita Salad! Tender, lime-marinated beef strips are tossed with colorful bell peppers, black beans, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty cilantro-lime dressing. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing fiesta! This 10-minute marinade packs a flavor punch!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 272 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Beef Fajita Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beef Fajita Salad

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Fresh Cilantro
  • Garlic Clove
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Boneless Beef Top Sirloin Steak
  • Green Pepper
  • Sweet Red Pepper
  • 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • Olive Oil
  • Kidney Beans
  • Mixed Salad Greens
  • Tomatoes
  • Nonfat Sour Cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salsa per serving

How to Make Beef Fajita Salad

  1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon chili powder.
  2. Add 1 pound thinly sliced beef sirloin (or flank steak).
  3. Seal the bag, pressing out excess air, and turn to coat the beef completely.
  4. Refrigerate for 10 minutes, turning the bag once halfway through.
  5. While the beef marinates, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 bell pepper (any color), 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove the cooked vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
  7. Add the marinated beef to the skillet. Cook and stir for 4-5 minutes, or until the beef is browned and cooked through.
  8. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans, rinsed and drained, and the cooked bell peppers and onions.
  9. Heat through for another 2 minutes.
  10. Divide 4 cups of mixed salad greens among four bowls.
  11. Top each salad with 1 1/4 cups of the beef and vegetable mixture, 1 tablespoon sour cream, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of your favorite salsa.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

8g

Carbs

9g