Healthy Recipes using Salted Beef Short Ribs

Grilled Salted Beef Short Ribs with Chimichurri

These tender grilled short ribs are paired with a vibrant chimichurri sauce, making for a flavorful and healthy dish perfect for summer barbecues.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs salted beef short ribs
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix parsley, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to make the chimichurri.
  3. Grill the short ribs for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through, then serve with chimichurri sauce.

Slow Cooker Salted Beef Short Ribs with Root Vegetables

This hearty slow-cooked dish features salted beef short ribs and a medley of root vegetables, making it a comforting yet healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 3 lbs salted beef short ribs
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 parsnips, chopped
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Place the short ribs in the slow cooker and add the chopped vegetables.
  2. In a bowl, mix beef broth, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper, then pour over the ribs and vegetables.
  3. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the ribs are tender.

Salted Beef Short Ribs Tacos with Avocado Salsa

These flavorful tacos feature shredded salted beef short ribs topped with a fresh avocado salsa, perfect for a healthy twist on taco night.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs salted beef short ribs
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Cilantro for garnish
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Slow cook or braise the short ribs until tender, then shred the meat.
  2. In a bowl, combine avocado, tomato, onion, lime juice, and salt to make the salsa.
  3. Serve the shredded beef in corn tortillas topped with avocado salsa and cilantro.

Salted Beef Short Ribs Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers

This quick stir-fry features tender salted beef short ribs with colorful vegetables, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb salted beef short ribs, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • Cooked brown rice for serving
Instructions
  1. Heat sesame oil in a large pan over medium-high heat, then add garlic and sliced short ribs.
  2. Stir-fry until the beef is browned, then add broccoli and bell peppers, cooking until tender.
  3. Stir in soy sauce and serve over cooked brown rice.

Baked Salted Beef Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Mash

These oven-baked short ribs are served alongside a creamy sweet potato mash, providing a delicious and nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs salted beef short ribs
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup milk or plant-based milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chives for garnish
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Place short ribs in a baking dish and cover with foil, baking for 3 hours.
  2. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, then drain and mash with olive oil, milk, salt, and pepper.
  3. Serve the short ribs over the sweet potato mash, garnished with chives.

Salted Beef Short Ribs Soup with Vegetables

This nourishing soup features salted beef short ribs simmered with a variety of vegetables, making it a wholesome and comforting dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb salted beef short ribs
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • 1 celery stalk, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine short ribs, broth, carrot, celery, onion, and garlic, bringing to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours until the beef is tender.
  3. Stir in spinach, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

Salted Beef Short Ribs with Quinoa Salad

This dish features tender salted beef short ribs served over a refreshing quinoa salad, making it a balanced and healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs salted beef short ribs
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Cook quinoa in water according to package instructions, then let cool.
  2. Prepare the short ribs by slow cooking or braising until tender.
  3. In a bowl, combine quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then serve with the short ribs on top.

Salted Beef Short Ribs with Cauliflower Rice

This low-carb dish features flavorful salted beef short ribs served over a bed of cauliflower rice, making it a healthy alternative to traditional rice.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs salted beef short ribs
  • 1 head cauliflower, grated into rice-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
  1. Cook the short ribs via your preferred method until tender.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic, then add grated cauliflower, cooking until tender.
  3. Serve the short ribs over cauliflower rice, garnished with green onions.

Salted Beef Short Ribs with Zucchini Noodles

This healthy dish features salted beef short ribs served over spiralized zucchini noodles, offering a light and nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs salted beef short ribs
  • 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
  1. Prepare the short ribs by slow cooking or braising until tender.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic, then add spiralized zucchini, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Serve the short ribs over zucchini noodles, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.