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Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef & Cucumber Salad

Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef & Cucumber Salad Ready in 30 Min

Enjoy a vibrant dish of Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef & Cucumber Salad that is quick, flavorful, and ideal for a keto lifestyle.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium for heart health.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) Adjust for spice preference.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best.
  • 1 inch Ginger Peeled and grated, fresh is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Use toasted for extra flavor.
For the Cucumber Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers Diced, can substitute with zucchini.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional topping for a nutty finish.
  • Green Onions Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Wash and dice the cucumbers.
Cooking
  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant.
  3. Add gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil, mixing thoroughly and cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds for the salad.
  5. Plate the beef and cucumber salad together, garnishing with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers separately; beef for up to 3 days in the fridge, and freeze for longer storage. Cucumber salad is best eaten fresh.

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