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Grilled Beef Skewers with Charred Pepper Salad and Walnut Dressing

A hearty and nutritious dinner featuring tender, smoky beef skewers paired with a vibrant charred pepper salad, dressed with a nutty walnut and lemon dressing.

Grilled Beef Skewers with Charred Pepper Salad and Walnut Dressing

Instructions

1
Marinate and Skewer the Beef
preparation

Cut beef into 3 cm cubes and toss in a bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the fridge. Thread onto skewers, alternating with chunks of bell pepper and onion wedges.

💡 Use metal skewers for even cooking as they retain heat; if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
2
Prepare Grill and Char Peppers for Salad
grilling

Heat a grill or grill pan to high heat (about 200°C). Place whole bell peppers directly over the flame or under a broiler, turning every 2-3 minutes until blackened on all sides, about 8-10 minutes total. Transfer to a bowl, cover with a plate to steam for 5 minutes, then peel, seed, and slice into strips.

💡 If you don’t have a flame, use a very hot broiler and turn the peppers frequently for even charring.
3
Grill the Beef Skewers
grilling

Lightly grease the hot grill with olive oil. Place skewers on the grill and cook at high heat (200°C) for 3-4 minutes per side, making a quarter turn each time for even charring, until the beef reaches medium doneness with a slight pink center, about 12 minutes total. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

💡 Avoid moving the skewers constantly; let them sit to develop beautiful char marks.
4
Assemble Charred Pepper Salad with Walnut Dressing
assembly

While skewers grill, combine charred pepper strips with diced cucumber and thinly sliced red onion in a bowl. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, crushed walnuts, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Toss the salad with the dressing and top with crumbled goat cheese.

💡 Crush walnuts by placing them in a zip-top bag and rolling with a rolling pin for a quick, mess-free method.
Prep Time
25 Min
Cook Time
20 Min
Per Serving
712kcal
Protein29%
Carbs5%
Fat66%
Glycemic Load
4.6 (Low)
Nutrition Information
PreparedRaw ingredients
Energy712 kcal· 36%
Protein46.5 g· 93%
Carbohydrates8 g· 3%
Carbs (absorbed)6.5 g· 3%
Dietary Fiber1.5 g· 6%
Fat46.5 g· 66%
Saturated Fat13 g· 65%
Monounsaturated Fat27 g· 108%
Polyunsaturated Fat4.5 g· 41%
Trans Fat0 g· 0%
Cholesterol120 mg· 40%
Sodium2300 mg· 115%
Potassium460 mg· 13%
Calcium70 mg· 7%
Magnesium24 mg· 6%
Phosphorus370 mg· 53%
Iron4.5 mg· 32%
Zinc16 mg· 160%
Copper0.60 mg· 60%
Selenium70 µg· 127%
Iodine2 µg· 1%
Vitamin C24 mg· 30%
Vitamin A460 µg· 57%
Vitamin D0.60 µg· 3%
Vitamin E7 mg· 58%
Vitamin K24 µg· 32%
Vitamin B10.60 mg· 55%
Vitamin B20.80 mg· 57%
Vitamin B60.80 mg· 57%
Vitamin B122.2 µg· 88%
Folate40 µg· 20%
Niacin12 mg· 75%
Biotin6 µg· 12%
Pantothenic Acid1.6 mg· 27%
Salt Equivalent5.8 g· 98%

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