The new year often brings a desire to embrace healthier eating. Incorporating grass-fed beef into your meals is a great way to start. This lean protein is rich in B12, zinc, and iron, essential for boosting energy and supporting the immune system—critical for busy parents. The Grilled Grass-Fed Beef Satay Salad exemplifies how this protein can be paired with fresh vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers, offering both nutrition and flavour. The addition of a peanut dressing adds healthy fats, making this salad both satisfying and nourishing.
Incorporating Seasonal Ingredients for Maximum Freshness
Summer in Australia means an abundance of seasonal produce. Fresh, locally grown ingredients like kale and pumpkin are nutrient-dense, flavourful, and perfect for enhancing your meals. Eating seasonally reduces preservatives and provides more nutritional value. Kale offers vitamin C and antioxidants, while pumpkin provides beta-carotene and fibre, supporting immunity and digestion. By buying locally, you not only support sustainability but enjoy fresher, better-tasting food. The Grilled Grass-Fed Beef Satay Salad takes full advantage of these seasonal ingredients, with roasted pumpkin and kale pairing beautifully with the beef for a vibrant, nutritious meal.
Simplifying Family Meal Prep Without Sacrificing Quality
For busy families, quick and healthy meals are key. Preparing ingredients like roasted pumpkin, grilled beef, and fresh vegetables ahead of time makes it easy to put together a nutritious meal quickly. The Grilled Grass-Fed Beef Satay Salad is perfect for this. It’s a simple salad that can be prepped in advance and stored for easy assembly during the week. The peanut dressing can also be made ahead, making mealtime stress-free. By prepping ahead, parents can ensure healthy meals are always on hand, even during the busiest weeks, providing a sense of relief and reducing stress.
Boosting Family Nutrition with Superfood Ingredients
Superfoods like kale and pumpkin are packed with nutrients. Kale is an excellent source of vitamins C and K, while pumpkin supports eye health and immunity with its high beta-carotene content. These vegetables not only improve nutrition but are versatile in everyday meals. Pairing these superfoods with lean protein like grass-fed beef boosts the meal’s nutritional value, helping support family health. The Grilled Grass-Fed Beef Satay Salad is a perfect example of how to incorporate these potent ingredients into a single meal, offering both nutrition and flavour.
Making Healthy Eating Enjoyable for Everyone
Healthy meals don’t have to be boring. Meals like the Grilled Grass-Fed Beef Satay Salad, with its vibrant colours and bold spices, are not only nutritious but exciting to eat. The salad’s spices and the creamy peanut dressing make it a family favourite, especially when kids are involved in meal prep. By getting children involved, whether it’s mixing the dressing or arranging the salad, they’re more likely to enjoy the meal and learn about healthy eating. This also fosters a positive relationship with food, making healthy eating an enjoyable experience for everyone, sparking excitement and motivation to try new recipes.
Ingredients
- 4 x 180 gram Bone in blade steak
- 2 tablespoon Peanut oil
- ½ tablespoon Tamarind paste
- 1 cup Raw peanuts (shelled, finely crushed)
- 1 teaspoon Thai red curry paste
- 2 clove Garlic (crushed)
- 1 Red birdseye chilli (seeded, chopped)
- 25 gram Brown sugar
- ½ cup Light coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon Kecap manis
- 250 gram Rice vermicelli noodles
- 300 gram Firm silken tofu (cut into 3cm cubes)
- 1 Head broccoli (cut into florets)
- 150 gram Yellow or red grape tomatoes
- 2 Lebanese cucumbers (cut into wedges)
- ¾ cup Bean sprouts
- ¼ cup Mint leaves
- ¼ cup Coriander leaves
- Sliced chilli, lemon wedges (to serve)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180ºC (160ºC fan-forced). Drizzle the steaks with ½ tablespoon oil and season. Heat a char-grill pan or barbecue over medium-high heat and cook steaks for 2 to 3 minutes each side. Line a baking tray with baking paper, add the steaks and cook in the oven for 6 to 8 minutes or until cooked to your liking. Set aside on a plate loosely covered with foil and rest for 10 minutes. Slice meat off the bone.
- Meanwhile, to make peanut sauce, dissolve tamarind paste in 2 tablespoons boiling water and set aside. Heat a wok or large frying pan over high heat and add 1 teaspoon peanut oil and curry paste. Fry for a few seconds then add 1 clove garlic, chilli, sugar, peanuts, coconut milk and tamarind liquid. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes or until sauce has thickened. Transfer to a bowl and blot excess oil with kitchen paper.
- Prepare vermicelli noodles according to packet instructions. Drain, rinse in cold water and set aside to cool. Cut noodles into 10cm lengths.
- Heat the remaining peanut oil in a wok over medium heat. Add the remaining garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the tofu, and gently stir-fry for 2 to 3, or until lightly golden. Remove tofu from wok and place on a plate lined with kitchen paper. Add broccoli to wok and stir fry for 3 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine tomato, cucumber, noodles, tofu, broccoli, bean sprouts, mint and coriander leaves. Add ¼ cup peanut sauce and toss gently to coat salad.
- Serve sliced steak on top of salad with remaining peanut sauce, and lemon wedges. Top with sliced chilli, if desired.
Notes
- For a hotter satay, increase the amount of chilli in the peanut sauce.
- The satay sauce would be great with beef skewers and salad as a midweek meal.
- You could serve the leftover salad in lettuce cups for a fresh snack.
Conclusion
The Grilled Grass-Fed Beef Satay Salad is a perfect meal to kickstart a healthier year. Packed with lean protein, seasonal vegetables, and a delicious peanut dressing, it’s both nutritious and satisfying. It proves that healthy eating doesn’t have to feel restrictive or bland—it’s all about balance, flavour, and convenience. Involving the whole family in meal prep makes the process fun, and this dish is a great way to make health-conscious eating an enjoyable part of your family’s routine. With its balance and variety, this recipe reassures parents that they are providing a well-rounded meal for their family. Why not try it at your next family dinner?
Try this recipe next time you want a fresh, exciting meal. Customise it with your favourite veggies or protein, and involve the kids in the preparation for a fun, collaborative experience! Share your version with us—we’d love to see how you make it your own! If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out. We’re here to help and learn from you!
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