Seared Steak Lettuce Cups

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Seared Steak Lettuce Cups
45 min.
16
11kcal

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Looking for a fresh and exciting appetizer that will impress your guests while catering to various dietary preferences? Look no further than these delightful Seared Steak Lettuce Cups! Perfectly seared flank steak is combined with a vibrant cucumber and scallion salad, all nestled in crisp lettuce leaves for a refreshing bite. This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also offers a vegan twist that everyone can enjoy.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, these lettuce cups are ideal for gatherings, whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a more formal dinner party. Each serving is a mere 11 calories, making them a guilt-free option for those watching their intake. The combination of flavors—from the zesty lime juice to the crunch of roasted peanuts—creates a symphony of taste that will leave your taste buds dancing.

These Seared Steak Lettuce Cups are versatile enough to serve as an antipasti, starter, or even a light snack. The vibrant colors and textures make them visually appealing, while the unique blend of ingredients ensures that every bite is packed with flavor. So gather your friends and family, and get ready to enjoy a dish that is as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 16 small boston lettuce leaves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon chili powder 
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh thinly sliced
  • 16 servings kosher salt 
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • 0.3 cup persian cucumber english finely chopped
  • tablespoons roasted peanuts salted chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Combine 1/4 cup finely chopped
  2. English hothouse or Persiancucumber, 1/4 cup thinly slicedscallions, 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh limejuice, and 1 teaspoon finely gratedpeeled ginger in a medium bowl.Season to taste with kosher saltand set aside.
  3. Heat a grill pan or a lightlyoiled cast-iron skillet over highheat. Season an 8 ounces flank steakwith 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon chilipowder. Grill steak, turningonce, until charred on both sides,about 8 minutes for medium-rare.
  4. Transfer to a cutting boardand let rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Arrange 16 small crunchyinner leaves of butter lettuce,romaine, or endive on a largeplatter. Thinly slice steakagainst the grain, then cut slicescrosswise into 1" pieces.
  6. Addsteak to cucumber mixture andtoss to mix. Season to tastewith salt and more lime juice, ifdesired.
  7. Divide steak salad amonglettuce cups; garnish with2 tablespoons chopped salted roastedpeanuts and 2 tablespoons thinlysliced fresh mint leaves.
  8. Drizzlewith Asian sweet chili sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories11kcal
Protein20.38%
Fat48.55%
Carbs31.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
2.2895652263061%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
0.19mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:10.81kcal
0.54%
Fat:0.66g
1.02%
Saturated Fat:0.1g
0.64%
Carbohydrates:0.95g
0.32%
Net Carbohydrates:0.56g
0.2%
Sugar:0.23g
0.26%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:273.64mg
11.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.63g
1.25%
Vitamin K:18.89µg
17.99%
Vitamin A:550.6IU
11.01%
Folate:14.5µg
3.63%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.44%
Vitamin C:1.52mg
1.84%
Potassium:57.97mg
1.66%
Iron:0.28mg
1.57%
Fiber:0.39g
1.57%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.33%
Magnesium:5.24mg
1.31%
Phosphorus:11.5mg
1.15%
Source:Epicurious