Heart Healthy Beef Conquistador

Elevate your dinner game with "Heart Healthy Beef Conquistador," a flavorful one-pan wonder that combines tender bites of lean beef sirloin with a medley of nutrient-packed vegetables and vibrant spices. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this dish features heart-healthy olive oil, aromatic cumin, and zesty lime juice, creating a bold yet wholesome flavor profile. Fresh cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell peppers, and onions simmer to perfection in a low-sodium beef broth, ensuring a rich and satisfying meal without unnecessary sodium. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, this recipe is an ideal choice for a nutritious weeknight dinner. Serve it over quinoa, brown rice, or alongside whole-grain bread to complete this cardio-friendly, delicious meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean beef sirloin (trimmed of visible fat)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 3 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 cup Low-sodium beef broth
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (sliced)
• 1 medium Zucchini (sliced in half moons)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, or use salt substitute)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the lean beef sirloin into 1-inch cubes and pat dry with a paper towel to ensure a good sear.

Step 2

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and sear on all sides until browned, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Cook the spices for 30 seconds to bloom the flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 6

Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red bell pepper, sliced yellow onion, and zucchini to the skillet. Stir everything together to coat the vegetables in the spices.

Step 7

Return the seared beef to the skillet. Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice. Season with black pepper and optional salt, if desired.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy! This dish pairs well with quinoa, brown rice, or whole-grain bread for a complete, heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1378.2 grams (1378.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1123

Total Fat 44.10g	57%
Saturated Fat 13.40g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 340mg	113%
Sodium 1203mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 43.80g	16%
Dietary Fiber 11.40g	41%
Total Sugars 20.80g
Protein 132.00g	264%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167mg	13%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 3338mg	71%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 48.0%

Carbs: 15.9%