Big Festive Sliced Beef Salad
20 mins 4-5 SERVINGS
INGREDIENTS
Beef:- 2 packs Sadia Beef Stir Fry
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 20g raw pistachios, unsalted
- 20g raw hazelnuts
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 cups or 300g mixed salad
- 2 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
- 1-2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 28g apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
METHOD
- For the candied nuts: Toast the pistachios and hazelnuts in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, until fragrant for about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the brown sugar, salt, vanilla and 1 tbsp water directly into the pan with the nuts and stir to coat them. Cook until the sugar has dissolved, about 1 minute. Then transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow to cool, 12-15 minutes.
- For the dressing: Combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, salt and pepper in a jar. Secure the lid and shake well to combine. Then set aside.
- Heat pan and add beef to pan until browned. Lightly season with some salt and pepper. Once cooked, set aside.
- For the salad: Spread the mixed salad over a large round platter, leaving space in the center of the platter (it should look like a holiday wreath). Arrange the mandarin orange segments over the greens. Sprinkle with the pomegranate seeds, cranberries, blueberries, cooled candied nuts and add in the cooked beef.
- Lastly, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, creating the look of snow. Shake the dressing one more time and pour it into a small serving bowl. Place the bowl in the center of the platter and serve!