Salpicon Spicy Mexican Beef Salad

Elevate your salad game with Salpicón Spicy Mexican Beef Salad, a vibrant and zesty dish perfect for any occasion. Tender shredded flank steak, slow-simmered with bay leaves for ultimate flavor, is tossed with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a medley of fresh vegetables. The bold, tangy dressing—featuring lime juice, olive oil, white vinegar, and a kick of chipotle chili powder—ties everything together with a spicy, smoky flair. Topped with crumbled Cotija cheese and served with tortilla chips for added crunch, this Mexican-inspired salad is as satisfying as it is refreshing. Ready in under two hours with just 20 minutes of prep, this gluten-free, protein-packed recipe is versatile enough to shine as a light lunch, side dish, or a flavor-packed dinner centerpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Flank steak
• 6 cups Water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 Bay leaves
• 0.25 cup Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp White vinegar
• 1 tsp Chipotle chili powder
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce, shredded
• 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
• 1 Avocado, diced
• 0.5 Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 3 Radishes, sliced
• 0.25 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled (optional)
• 2 cups Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, combine flank steak, water, salt, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender and shreds easily.

Step 2

Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the meat using two forks and set it aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, white vinegar, chipotle chili powder, and minced garlic to create the dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded beef, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and radishes. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 5

Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates. Top with crumbled Cotija cheese if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately with tortilla chips on the side, if using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3311.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3153.6

Total Fat 192.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 466.2mg	0%
Sodium 6198.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 176.8g	0%

Vitamin D 31.0IU	0%
Calcium 950.8mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 5053.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 25.5%