Mouthwatering Russian Lunch: Zesty Cucumber Salad & Smoky Paleo Beef Stroganoff

Allergens

Gluten-free, Dairy-free

Ingredients

• 1 lb grass
• fed beef sirloin
• 2 cups chopped cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1 cup full
• fat coconut milk

Instructions

1. Start by preparing the zesty cucumber salad. In a large bowl, combine chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, fresh dill, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine. For the paleo beef stroganoff, thinly slice the grass fed beef sirloin into strips. Season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium high heat. Cook the beef until browned, then transfer to a plate and set aside. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle coconut flour over it. Stir for about 1 minute to toast the flour. Gradually whisk in beef broth, then coconut milk. Cook until the sauce thickens. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and stir well to coat with the sauce. Reduce heat and let simmer for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Serve the zesty cucumber salad and smoky paleo beef stroganoff hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to this dish is in the balance of flavors, with the zesty cucumber salad cutting through the richness of the beef stroganoff.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for a Paleo-friendly lunch or dinner, offering a delicious fusion of traditional Russian flavors and Paleo ingredients.